The transition to renewable energy is creating thousands of jobs in wind, solar, bioenergy and more. Major changes are coming our way, and with them, thousands of jobs. The future of energy is clean. The Victorian government has invested in grid infrastructure, energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects. Advances in wind, hydrogen, bioenergy and electric vehicles are driving demand for new and upskilled workers.
To help transition Victoria to clean energy, the Victorian Government has revived the State Electricity Commission (SEC). This is expected to create 59,000 jobs, including 6,000 apprenticeship opportunities over the coming years.* The SEC will help find and train the next generation of skilled tradespeople to support the renewable energy transition.
You could be an engineer, plant operator or energy efficiency assessor. You could be a wind turbine technician, solar installer, or sustainability officer. The clean energy industry is great for people with transferable skills. Mechanics, electricians and other trades may all find new pathways here.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications are required for many top employing occupations. VET can also lead to many job pathways through higher education. In general, there’s a major push to open entry-level opportunities, so if you’re looking for an exciting career, clean energy is a fantastic place to start.
Explore the information below to learn more about working in clean energy.
Training and careers in clean energy
What it’s like to work in clean energy
Find out what to expect on a day-to-day basis, what people love about the work and how much you can earn.
Featured clean energy jobs
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Training and skills to work in clean energy
Explore training courses and skills to start working in clean energy. If you already work in the industry, training can help advance your career.
Get financial assistance for training and other expenses
You may be eligible for Free TAFE or Skills First funding to help pay for your training.
Getting a job in clean energy
No matter where you are in your career journey, these resources can help you search for jobs and opportunities.
Resources and advice to plan your next steps
Use these free services and resources to plan your next steps. Learn about training options and funding, get career advice, and more.
Career success story
From mechanics to clean energy: how Andrew transferred his skills across careers
“My mechanical and electrical background was perfect for clean energy. As technicians, we’re constantly reskilling and learning to keep up, which means opportunities keep coming to try new things.”
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* SEC workforce figures sourced from SEC workforce webpage(opens in a new window).
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