About NECA Training & Apprenticeships
Our Story
NECA, established in 1916, holds a significant position as the industry peak body in the telecommunications and electrical sectors. With 5,300 members and employing 100,000 people through contractor associations, NECA’s influence is far-reaching, ensuring that our training programs align closely with industry needs. Our qualifications are recognised across all states and territories, reflecting our national presence and impact.
Since 1988, when NECA began employing apprentices, our intake has grown consistently, now supporting over 750 apprentices. This extensive involvement enables us to identify skills gaps and continually enhance our training offerings. Importantly, NECA Training operates on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting all revenue into the development and improvement of our training programs to benefit future generations.
NECA Training & Apprenticeships
Specialists in Electrical and Telecommunications training.
NECA Training and Apprenticeships was founded to promote the employment of young people into the Electrical trade. Apprentices are employed by NECA, with training being provided by host employers. NECA has a long history in the electrical industry and has trained thousands of apprentices.
Apprenticeships
NECA Electrical Apprenticeships is a not-for-profit group training company that employs over 750 apprentices in NSW, QLD and the ACT. NECA EA is owned by the National and Electrical Communications Association (NECA), providing apprentices with the full range of work available in the electrical industry.
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Training
NECA Training is a not-for-profit Registered Training Organisation (RTO) primarily servicing NSW, QLD and the ACT. NECA Training was established in 2010 and only delivers training relevant to the Australian Electrical and Communications industries. As such, it is a specialist in these areas.
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NECA has been operating since 1916 and so you can rest assured NECA Training will be around to continue training future generations. As the industry peak body, NECA has direct access to over 5000 members, industry, employers, and regulators. These stakeholders provide direct input into training outcomes.
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Meet The Team
Tom Emeleus
General ManagerWith over 20 years' experience in the Energy and Electrical Contracting industries, Tom is a seasoned leader in vocational training, strategy, and project management
Son Trinh
Chief Financial OfficerFinance professional with over 20 years’ experience in various industries including FMCG, Construction, Professional Services, Recruitment, Labour Hire and Information Technology.
Michelle Ellis
Regional Manager - ACTMichelle manages NECA’s Group Training and Registered Training Organisation operations in the ACT and Southern NSW.
Brad Hoffman
Operations Manager, NSW ApprenticeshipsPassionate about developing the next generation of electrical apprentices, Brad has built strong industry partnerships throughout the electrical sector.
Mark Wood
Branch Manager, QLD ApprenticeshipsMark Wood leads vocational training initiatives in Queensland with a focus on excellence in education and development within the electrical industry.
David Gilbert
NSW Operations Manager, RTO - TrainingDavid Gilbert brings extensive expertise in electrical education, clean energy, and communications, with a strong background in vocational training and apprenticeship development.
Daniel Mittiga
Business Innovation ManagerDaniel has over 20 year’s experience in the Vocational Education and Training sector and is passionate about education programs, systems and methodologies that create and support organisational and individual success.
Glenn Rochaix
Business Development ManagerUtilising over 30 years of business and digital communications expertise in the electrical industry to grow the brand and build strategic partnerships.
Beverley Hewer
Payroll ManagerBeverley manages time and attendance payroll for apprentices and invoicing to clients for NECA across NSW, QLD, and the ACT. She also processes fortnightly staff payroll for NECA entities in these states, including WA.
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