Electrical Linesman Courses
An Electrical Linesman installs, inspects, repairs, and services overhead powerlines, working outdoors, focusing on safety, teamwork, and following technical specifications.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Electrical Linesman
Get qualified to work as a Electrical Linesman with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
UET30621
Duration
12 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, On Campus
Begin your career in the electrical supply industry (ESI) with the nationally recognised UET30621 Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead. This hands-on certificate course qualifies you for work as an overhead distribution lineworker. Your studies will introduce you to ESI workplace communication and safety protocols, and you’ll learn how to install and maintain overhead powerlines and the associated infrastructure. The course also includes: procedures for inspecting power-poles, dogging permit, bo...
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Duration
12 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, On Campus
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UETDRDU013
The UETDRDU013 Joint, Terminate and Maintain High Voltage Underground Polymeric Cable course provides students with the skills and knowledge to joint, terminate, and maintain HV underground polymeric cables in the electricity supply industry. It covers jointing, terminating, and testing cables in new installations, as well as maintaining existing cables by repairing, replacing, re-jointing, or re-terminating and testing de-energised cables. The course involves using various tools, equipment, specialised m...
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RIIRTM203E
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
The RIIRTM203E Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter provides individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to work safely as a safety observer/spotter in civil construction. It includes identifying and managing worksite hazards, establishing exclusion zones, and monitoring work activities to ensure the safety of the work environment. This is essential for operational roles, where individuals work under supervision, following established procedures to maintain workplace safety and contribute to achievin...
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
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UET30521
The nationally recognised UET30521 Certificate III in ESI - Transmission Overhead leads to a trade qualification as an electrical powerline technician. This course is generally completed as an apprenticeship. During your studies you’ll be introduced to the electrical supply industry and gain the skills you need to work on the installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical power poles, towers, and other infrastructure. The course covers: working at heights, electrical safety, electrical fault diag...
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Common questions
How much does an Electrical Linesman earn?
In Australia, a full time Electrical Linesman generally earns $2,090 per week ($108,680 annual
salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered
a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than
people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Electrical Linesman?
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years.
There are currently 169,000 people working in this field in Australia and many of them
specialise as an Electrical Linesman. Electrical Linesmen may find work across all regions of
Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an Electrical Linesman?
A Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead is an ideal qualification if
you’re interested in a career as an Electrical Linesman. This course covers a range of topics
including working safely near live electrical conductors, operating a range of outdoor plant
and equipment, fabricating and assembling utilities industry components, solving problems
along AC and DC circuits and installing network equipment.
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An Electrical Linesman carries out work on overhead powerline systems. You might install new electrical poles, conductors and cables or inspect the condition of existing systems. Electrical Linesmen might perform repairs when necessary or conduct scheduled servicing. You might find faults or diagnose other problem issues.
Electrical Linesmen should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures at all times. It’s important you can work as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues. Electrical Linesmen may work with drawings and specifications and will usually spend a lot of time outdoors.
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