Career Pathways

See where the skills of the energy transition can lead you.

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Who this is for

Every career starts somewhere different

The battery industry needs people from all walks of life. Electricians, engineers, project managers, scientists and career changers all have a role to play in Australia’s clean energy future.

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Battery technician

From the ground up

No prior experience needed. Build the foundational battery knowledge that opens doors across manufacturing, installation and maintenance.

1
Step 1
Introduction to Battery Cells
How cells work, key chemistry, formats and parameters
2
Step 2
Battery Safety
Hazard identification, safe handling, emergency response
Outcome
Battery technician roles
Manufacturing, BESS installation, maintenance
Full foundation

School leaver or career starter

No experience, but serious about clean energy? This pathway gives you the broadest foundation across technical and commercial battery knowledge.

1
Step 1
Introduction to Battery Cells
Core electrochemistry, formats, parameters
2
Step 2
Introduction to the Battery Market
Industry overview, key players, Australia’s opportunity
Outcome
Entry-level roles across the sector
Manufacturing, sales, project coordination, policy
Production engineer

Trades and technical

Already working in manufacturing, electrical or mechanical? Move your hands-on skills into battery system production and engineering roles.

1
Step 1
Battery Cell Production
Full cell production chain, electrode manufacturing, QC
2
Step 2
Battery System Production
Module assembly, BMS integration, thermal management
Outcome
Production and systems engineer
Cell manufacturing plants, BESS system integrators
Battery safety specialist

Safety and compliance focus

Bring your existing technical grounding to a specialised role in battery safety, handling and regulatory compliance.

1
Step 1
Battery Safety
Lithium-ion hazards, thermal runaway, Australian standards
2
Step 2
Battery Passport and EU Battery Regulation
Compliance obligations, documentation requirements
Outcome
EHS and compliance roles
Battery manufacturers, BESS operators, logistics providers
Industry transition

Your experience, new sector

Your project management, safety culture and operational depth are directly transferable. These courses bridge the gap into clean energy.

1
Step 1
Introduction to the Battery Market
Industry structure, key players, opportunity landscape
2
Step 2
Battery Safety
Lithium-ion hazards, thermal runaway, emergency protocols
Outcome
Operations and project leadership
BESS project management, site operations, energy advisory
Strategy and market

Commercial pivot to clean energy

Coming from business development, strategy or project management in another sector? Understand the battery market and position yourself for leadership roles.

1
Step 1
Introduction to the Battery Market
Global trends, value chain, investment landscape
2
Step 2
Battery Passport and EU Battery Regulation
Compliance obligations, timeline, supply chain requirements
Outcome
Strategy, BD and market roles
Battery manufacturers, energy developers, government bodies
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Career Pathways

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