Site Supervisor – 5MW Solar Farm

Location: Mildura Victoria
Employment Type: Contract
Company: Metta Energy

About Metta Energy

Metta Energy is an Australian-owned renewable energy EPC company with over 13 years’ experience delivering mid-scale solar and battery projects across the country. We specialise in designing and constructing high-quality energy infrastructure that provides benefits to communities and industries across Australia.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee the on-site delivery of a new 5MW solar farm. This role requires proven experience supervising mid-scale solar projects with HV electrical connections, underground civil works, DC systems, and single-axis tracker installations.

The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge, hands-on leadership skills, and the ability to manage daily site activities while ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSEQ) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day site activities across civil, mechanical, and electrical works.

Coordinate and direct subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet project milestones.

Oversee HV electrical installation, DC cabling works, and tracker system assembly.

Monitor underground civil works including trenching, conduit installation, and reinstatement.

Implement and maintain on-site HSEQ systems in compliance with WHS legislation and project standards.

Conduct toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety inspections.

Ensure works meet Australian Standards, project specifications, and quality control processes.

Assist with HV testing, commissioning, and energisation activities.

Maintain accurate site records, QA/QC documentation, and progress reporting.

About You

Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years’ site supervision experience on mid-utility-scale solar farm projects.

Background in electrical works, underground civil construction, DC installations, and tracker systems.

Proven ability to manage on-site Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental systems.

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong understanding of HV switching, commissioning, and electrical safety rules.

Familiarity with single-axis tracker installation and large scale DC cable management.

Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Electrical Licence.

ForkLift Licence.

Telehandler Licence.

First Aid Certification.

Trade qualification in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical discipline.

HV Switching Accreditation.

Current White Card and relevant WHS training.

Why Join Metta Energy?

Work on a landmark renewable energy project from the ground up.

Join a collaborative and experienced delivery team.

Competitive salary and contract terms are available for the right candidate.

Be part of a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and quality.