Jye Olson, now in his second year as an electrical apprentice, is a prime example of Laser Electrical’s hands-on, community-focused approach to training. He initially joined the team for school-based work experience in Year 10 and returned in his own time, demonstrating strong initiative.
By the end of Year 11, Jye had built a solid rapport with the team, earning an apprenticeship offer before completing Year 12—something the company supports for promising candidates.
Laser Electrical typically takes on one apprentice per year, collaborating with local schools and regional towns to provide work experience opportunities. These placements often lead to apprenticeships when a good fit is found.
Apprentices receive formal training through TAFE or Tech-NQ, with block training in Townsville, while gaining hands-on experience alongside qualified tradesmen. Throughout the four-year apprenticeship, a one-to-one ratio ensures each apprentice works directly with a tradesman. In the first year, tasks are closely supervised, and as apprentices gain confidence, they take on more independence, though all work is still checked. By the fourth year, they are skilled but encouraged to continue learning and asking questions.
Laser Electrical fosters a culture of continuous development, where even qualified tradesmen are expected to stay curious and up to date with industry changes.
With services spanning electrical, air conditioning, solar, and building, Laser Electrical is known for supporting its people, valuing local talent, and promoting diversity, including hiring female apprentices. The company’s broad expertise makes it a standout in the industry and a sought-after choice for apprentices seeking varied experience.
Operations Manager Ned Bonato highlights the company’s strong team culture, saying, "We’ve got about 18 guys, and they all work really well together. There's never an issue pairing apprentices and tradesmen based on personalities—they all get along and work as a team."
Ned encourages anyone interested in an apprenticeship to consider Laser Electrical: “As a locally owned company, we’ve always hired many local people, mainly young guys. It’s about giving local talent the chance to become tradespeople in our community, which we take pride in.”
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