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Building the workforce of tomorrow
The mining and energy industry relies on skilled, safety-focused workers. The Mining and Energy Skills Program helps employers build a workforce ready for the future by developing job-ready apprentices through hands-on trade training, practical workplace projects, industry engagement, and personal development.
Applications are now open
Secure places for your first-year apprentices in the January 2027 intake. Delivered full-time over six months on campus at TAFE NSW Muswellbrook, the program complements workplace learning to build a skilled, safety-focused workforce.
What your apprentices will learn
Develop high-performing apprentices with cross-trade skills, practical workplace experience, and a comprehensive understanding of mining and energy operations.
Mechanical fitting and machining
Develop your apprentices' engineering and maintenance capabilities through practical projects and equipment operation.
Electrical
Build foundational electrical, automation, and fault-finding skills in your workforce through practical, hands-on training.
Metal fabrication and welding
Equips your apprentices with fabrication, thermal cutting, and welding skills aligned with mining and energy standards.
Program highlights
Induction week
Prepares new apprentices for TAFE NSW, workplace expectations, site safety requirements, and sector standards.
Life skills week
Equips your apprentices with resilience, safety awareness, financial literacy, and personal wellbeing skills.
Presentation evening
Celebrates apprentice achievements and progress alongside employers, industry partners, families, and TAFE NSW.
How the program works
Combine structured training with hands-on workplace learning to strengthen your trade pathway and practical skills.
Integrated training and workplace development
Combines structured trade training with on-the-job application to accelerate apprentice productivity in your workplace.
Industry-connected learning
Prepares apprentices for operational reality through site visits, guest speakers, and cross-trade practical projects.
Personal and professional growth
Builds workplace confidence, safety awareness, financial literacy, and resilience to support long-term staff retention.