Cable Jointer (NT)

Education and Training:

To become a cable jointer you usually have to complete an apprenticeship in ESI Cable Jointing. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10.

Training is usually both on and off the job. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations, including TAFE. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.

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Employment Opportunities:

Most cable jointers work for electricity corporations or private subcontractors on underground electricity distribution and service cables. Work is carried out in cities, suburbs, large industrial centres and country towns. Cable jointers may be responsible for work in a particular area or district. Occasionally, cable jointers working for electricity authorities are required to work away from home for periods of time.

There has been some reduction in the electricity generation and distribution workforce in recent years. However, the introduction of new technologies and expansion of the electricity grid is creating new employment opportunities in this field.