Amy Hunt is the second ever female cable jointer employed at her workplace.
The Australian Government is working with states and territories to strengthen the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system, making it easier for apprentices to develop their skills and grow their career paths in high-demand sectors, just like Amy Hunt did.
VET apprenticeship leads to dream job
Amy Hunt certainly is a trail blazer, being the second ever female cable jointer to work at a major electricity provider in Western Australia.
“Other than knowing that I wanted to work outdoors when I left school, I wasn’t sure which industry sector I should work in,” said Amy.
“When I was successful in getting an apprenticeship and studying a Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Power Jointing, I was delighted.”
Amy now works in the Customer Connection Services Division and is in her element. Physical cable jointing takes up most of her day.
As a cable jointer, Amy has a range of responsibilities including installation of underground electrical cables, conducting safety and fault tests, updating location guides, liaising with property owners and local authorities, and checking cable integrity.
Amy was warmly welcomed into the team and has no issues working with the boys, saying that at her work:
“It has been acknowledged that women bring new perspectives to predominantly male roles and new initiatives are always embraced.”
On the horizon
Amy is now looking to take on a leadership role as a project manager and seems to be well on her way, as she’s now a mentor to an entry level program apprentice.
Amy's workplace is actively preparing the electricity network to support industry and the community as Western Australia progresses towards net zero emissions by 2050.
With wind and solar that are the envy of the world, Western Australia has the capacity to become a national and international leader in green energy solutions.
The Australian Government’s investment in a stronger VET system through the National Skills Agreement is providing the skills Australia needs now and for the future.
More information
- Find out about the National Skills Agreement
- VET pathways pave the way for successful careers (Your Career)