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Lead Electrician - Solar Farm

Recurrent Energy
Finley, NSW
A$127,500-$132,500 p/a
Trades & Services → Electricians
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


About Us

It is an exciting time to be joining Recurrent Energy, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar. As a technologically driven front-runner, we are a leading manufacturer of solar PV modules and provider of solar energy solutions as well as boasting a diverse pipeline of utility-scale power projects.

We operate a growing network of solar farms across Australia and are committed to advancing sustainable power generation.

The Opportunity

Join our O&M team at Finley Solar Farm as our Lead Electrician (Lead Field Technician) on an attractive 4 days on, 3 days off roster. This hands-on role focuses on operations and maintenance (O&M), helping ensure the site performs at peak efficiency.

We are looking for candidates who live locally or are able to drive in and drive out.

What we offer:

Total package of up to $127,500 - $132,500 per annum + super

Breakdown: $115,000 - $120,000 base salary + $6,250 remote allowance + up to $6,250 performance bonus + super

Additional overtime and public holiday worked paid at award rates

Preferred roster 4 days on 3 days off. Will also consider 8 days on, 6 days off roster. (9.5 hour days + 30 min unpaid break for both rosters)

Long term job security

Ongoing training and career progression opportunities within a growing company

Be part of Australia's clean energy transition

Your responsibilities as a Lead Electrician (Lead Field Technician) will be:

Performing routine maintenance on equipment

Diagnosing and troubleshooting various project systems issues

Developing standard operating documents for machine maintenance, operations and training

Overseeing and supervising sub-contractors

Supervise, engage and mentor staff on site

Manage and facilitate people matters with line manager support if required

You may also be requested to travel to other solar farms for a pre-determined period of time to support or train

To be successful as our Lead Electrician (Lead Field Technician), you will have:

Strong supervisory and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and support team members effectively

The ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, manuals and schematics

Valid electrical qualifications license

HV electrical qualification desirable

Valid Australian drivers license

Experience in electrical maintenance and repairing various types of electrical equipment with preferred experience in renewables and solar

Willingness for some roster flexibility for on call and emergency works where required

Sound computer skills

Ability to pass medical, drug, alcohol tests and Police Check

Next Steps

If you are motivated by this opportunity, then please send us a cover letter and resume demonstrating your ability to succeed in the role by clicking 'Apply Now'.

We anticipate receiving a high volume of applicants for these positions, as such we will be assessing applications as they are submitted so please apply as soon as possible to be considered.

As this is a long term role, we are only seeking applicants with full Australian working rights.

Recurrent Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. All applications will be considered on their merits.

*Pre-employment medical screening is required for this role.


About Recurrent Energy

Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

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