Telecommunications Traineeship - Cooper Basin

Telecommunications Traineeship - Cooper Basin

Build your future with Programmed and Santos

Programmed Apprenticeships and Traineeships (PAT), in partnership with Santos, is looking for people who want to build a real career. Whether you're leaving school, changing careers or looking for a fresh start, we'd love to hear from you.

We are offering a 24-month paid Telecommunications Traineeship where you'll learn on the job, earn an income and complete a nationally recognised qualification. This is a genuine pathway into a long-term career in Australia's energy sector.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and members of the Traditional Owner groups connected to Santos' operating areas. We value the different perspectives, skills and lived experiences people bring to our team.

About the traineeship:

This is a full-time, paid traineeship based in the Cooper Basin. You'll work two weeks on, two weeks off fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) roster from point of hire Adelaide, giving you quality time at home with family and community between rotations.

Working alongside experienced telecommunications technicians and mentors, you'll complete the Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology (ICT30524) through a combination of hands-on practical work and online learning.

During the traineeship, you'll learn how to :

Install, maintain and repair telecommunications infrastructure

Install and test data, voice, fibre optic and network cabling systems

Commission and fault-find telecommunications equipment

Safely use hand and power tools

Follow workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures and company policies

Read and interpret technical drawings, plans and work instructions

Complete job documentation and reports accurately

What we're looking for:

You don't need previous telecommunications or trade experience. If you're reliable, willing to learn and enjoy working as part of a team, we'll teach you the rest.

To be successful, you'll need:

An interest in building a long-term career in the energy sector

The ability to work a 11-hour day, FIFO roster

The ability to read and comprehend work instructions, complete written documentation and engage with online learning. This could be demonstrated through your school, work or life experience.

A current driver's licence, or the ability to obtain one before the traineeship begins

What you'll receive:

A safe, respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone is supported to succeed

A paid traineeship while you gain a nationally recognised qualification

Dedicated mentoring and on-the-job support throughout your traineeship

Hands-on experience with experienced telecommunications professionals

A genuine career pathway with one of Australia's leading energy companies

Dedicated support for First Nations employees

Our relationship with Traditional Owners

Santos works closely with Traditional Owner groups across its operating areas and recognises the important knowledge, culture and connection to Country they bring. We encourage applications from members of these communities, regardless of where you currently live.

Ready to apply?

This opportunity is open to school leavers, career changers and people at any stage of their career journey. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your current resume, a brief cover letter telling us a little about yourself and why this traineeship interests you

Not sure you meet every requirement? If you're enthusiastic about learning and think this opportunity could be right for you, we'd still love to hear from you.

Applications close: Friday the 4 th September 2026

For more information, please contact Alyssa Rudland, Training Coordinator - Programmed Apprenticeships and Traineeships at

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

Please click here to apply.