What does a career in clean energy look like?

WA has some of the best natural energy resources. You can work with solar, wind and hydrogen to build, install and maintain new energy systems here. Work on big projects around our State – from wind farms to battery storage systems.

Exciting, well-paid careers working with the latest technologies are emerging across the clean energy sector. Jobs in trades, engineering and project management are essential for the clean energy transition. You can install solar panels, maintain wind turbines, or work with new technologies. Whatever path you choose, you can play a part in producing affordable energy for years to come.

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Clean energy in WA

WA needs skilled workers to power our homes and businesses sustainably. This shift towards clean energy continues to create more jobs and great career opportunities.

Projects happening here

WA is home to innovative clean energy projects, from large-scale solar and wind farms to renewable hydrogen and battery storage.

The Warradarge Wind Farm makes enough renewable power for thousands of WA homes. Meanwhile, storage systems like the Kwinana Big Battery work to support our State's power system. It's innovations like these that create new opportunities, build local skills and move WA towards a more sustainable future.

You can make it in jobs like these

Electrician 

Install, test, repair and maintain electrical equipment and systems. 

Courses: 

  • UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship) (Fee Free)
  • UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (Low Fee)  

Earthmoving Plant Operator  

Use and maintain large-scale machinery on big project sites. 

Courses: 

  • RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Low Fee)
  • RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations (Low Fee)

Laboratory Technician  

Collect samples, conduct lab tests on a range of chemicals and record results for analysis. 

Courses: 

  • MSL30122 Certificate III in Laboratory Skills (Low Fee)
  • MSL40122 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (Low Fee) 

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 

Assemble, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment.  

Courses: 

  • MEM31322 Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Low Fee)
  • MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) (Fee Free) 

Find clean energy courses

Use the course search below to explore what’s available. Filter by fee free or low fee courses, qualification level, or use the keyword search to narrow your options. When you find a course you like, click your selected TAFE college to view the course.

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Certificate II in Engineering
National ID: MEM20105 State ID: W233
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)
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National ID: MEM30219 State ID: AD57
Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
National ID: MSS50222 State ID: BIR0
Grid-connected Battery Storage Systems Designer-Installer Skill Set
National ID: UEESS00191 State ID: AF113
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set
National ID: AURSS00037 State ID: AD544
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
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National ID: MSL50122 State ID: BIX5

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