Solar Trade Assistant

The Company

We are currently recruiting for a growing electrical and renewable energy contractor delivering commercial electrical, solar, battery storage, and EV charging projects across Sydney.

The business works with a range of well-known commercial clients and has built a strong reputation across renewable and energy infrastructure projects. With continued growth across the business, they are now looking to bring on an experienced Solar Roofer to support their expanding installation team.

This is a great opportunity to join a future-focused business operating at the centre of Australia's energy transition, delivering high-quality renewable energy projects across Sydney.

Benefits

• Permanent full-time role
• $40–$45/hour + super
• Approx. $85,000–$100,000 + super based on a standard full-time week
• Guaranteed income – no weather-affected pay
• Consistent pipeline of commercial and renewable projects
• Regular early finishes after installations are completed
• Exposure to solar, battery systems, EV charging, and commercial renewable projects
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Long-term career progression within a future-focused industry

The Role

Working across commercial and renewable energy projects throughout Sydney, your responsibilities will include:

• Installing mounting systems, frames and solar panels on tile and metal roofs
• Carrying out safe penetrations, flashing and sealing to maintain roof integrity
• Supporting electricians with cable routing and solar installation works
• Assisting with battery storage and EV charging infrastructure projects
• Working collaboratively with installation crews to complete projects efficiently
• Following safe work procedures and installation best practices
• Working safely across active commercial and construction environments

Requirements

• Previous experience working on roofs (solar, roofing, HVAC, telecommunications, or similar)
• Comfortable working at heights and using harness systems
• Working at Heights ticket and White Card required
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team
• Driver's licence preferred
• Previous solar installation experience highly regarded but not essential

Why This Role?

This role would suit someone who enjoys hands-on work, being outdoors, and seeing the results of their work each day while also gaining the stability that comes with permanent employment.

You'll gain exposure to commercial renewable energy projects, work alongside experienced installation teams, and join a business with genuine long-term growth plans. With strong demand across the renewable energy sector, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a rapidly growing industry.