Experienced Solar Roof Installer / Trade Assistant

Evo Electrical

Geelong

On-site

AUD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Consistent workload

Residential solar projects

Job summary

Evo Solar is seeking an experienced Trade Assistant / Solar Roof Installer to join our installation team in Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne. This hands-on rooftop role works with our accredited electricians on residentialsolar and battery installations.

We require strong building, construction and roofing experience, safety awareness at heights, and the ability to lead rooftop setup and installation tasks.

Qualifications

Experience, maturity, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are extremely important.
Strong building, construction and roofing experience preferred.
Comfortable working on residential roofs and around construction sites.

Responsibilities

Attend residential solar installation sites with the Evo Solar installation team.
Measure and set out solar panel arrays from approved designs.
Identify rafters, battens, trusses and suitable fixing locations.
Install roof hooks, feet and mounting hardware and levelling solar racking systems.
Install solar panels onto completed racking and prepare rooftop for electrical works.
Assist electricians and other team members as required.
Load, unload and organise panels, racking, safety equipment and installation materials.
Keep installation sites safe, organised and clean.

Skills

Building experience

Roofing experience

Working at heights

Solar installation knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Experienced Solar Roof Installer / Trade Assistant

Evo Solar is looking for an experienced Trade Assistant / Solar Roof Installer to join our installation team.

This is a hands-on rooftop role working alongside our accredited electricians on residential solar and battery installations throughout Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne.

We are specifically looking for someone with strong building, construction and roofing experience who understands how homes are constructed, is confident working safely at heights, and can take responsibility for the physical rooftop component of our solar installations.

This is not an entry-level trade assistant position.

Experience, maturity, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are extremely important to us.

The successful applicant will work closely with our electricians but will take a leading role in the setup and installation of:

Safety rail and edge protection
Rooftop racking
Roof penetrations and mounting points
Array set-out and measurements

Our qualified electricians will complete the electrical components of the installation, while you will be responsible for making sure the rooftop installation is accurately measured, correctly set out, securely mounted and ready for electrical works.

About the role

Evo Solar is looking for an experienced Trade Assistant / Solar Roof Installer to join our installation team.

This is a hands-on rooftop role working alongside our accredited electricians on residential solar and battery installations throughout Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne.

This is not an entry-level trade assistant position.

Experience, maturity, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are extremely important to us.

The successful applicant will work closely with our electricians but will take a leading role in the setup and installation of:

Safety rail and edge protection
Solar panel mounting systems
Rooftop racking
Solar panels
Roof penetrations and mounting points
Array set-out and measurements

What you’ll be doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Attending residential solar installation sites with the Evo Solar installation team
Assessing roof layouts and installation areas
Measuring and setting out solar panel arrays from approved designs
Identifying rafters, battens, trusses and suitable structural fixing locations
Installing roof hooks, feet and other mounting hardware
Installing and levelling solar racking systems
Installing solar panels onto completed racking
Installing and removing temporary safety rail and edge-protection systems
Ensuring all safety equipment is correctly positioned and securely installed
Working on tile, Colorbond and other common residential roofing systems
Removing and replacing roof tiles where required
Completing penetrations and weatherproofing appropriately
Understanding how mounting systems interact with the existing roof structure
Following manufacturer installation instructions and fixing requirements
Ensuring solar arrays are straight, accurately positioned and professionally finished
Preparing the rooftop installation ready for wiring and completion by our qualified electricians
Assisting electricians and other team members where required
Loading, unloading and organising panels, racking, safety equipment and installation materials
Maintaining tools, equipment and vehicles
Keeping installation sites safe, organised and clean
Identifying roof defects or construction issues before commencing work
Communicating clearly with the site supervisor and electricians throughout each installation

The person we’re looking for

Experience is the most important part of this role.

You should already be comfortable working around residential construction and understand how buildings and roof structures are put together.

You may currently be working, or have previously worked, as a:

Trade assistant
Roofer
Roof plumber
Carpenter
Builder’s labourer
Solar panel installer
Solar trade assistant
Racking installer
Scaffolder / edge-protection installer
Construction worker with extensive roof experience

You do not need to be an electrician.

However, you must have enough construction knowledge and practical experience to understand what you are fixing into, why you're fixing into it, and how to complete rooftop work correctly.

Essential requirements

We are looking for someone who:

Has strong previous building, construction, roofing or solar installation experience
Is highly experienced and confident working on residential roofs
Understands basic residential construction methods
Can identify rafters, trusses, battens and structural fixing points
Is comfortable measuring and accurately setting out work
Is physically capable of regular rooftop work
Has a strong understanding of workplace safety
Is mature, reliable and able to take responsibility for their work
Has excellent attention to detail
Takes pride in neat, professional installations
Can work effectively as part of a team
Can follow plans, designs and manufacturer installation instructions
Has a current Victorian driver's licence
Can reliably travel to our job sites

Highly regarded

The following would be a major advantage:

Working Safely at Heights training
Current Working at Heights qualification
Solar panel installation experience
Solar racking installation experience
Safety rail / edge-protection installation experience
Roofing experience
Carpentry experience
Roof plumbing experience
Construction White Card
EWP or other relevant construction tickets
Experience with tile and metal roofs
Experience supervising or leading other trade assistants / roof installers

This role requires leadership

Although you'll be working alongside our accredited electricians, we want someone who can take ownership of the rooftop installation process.

You should be capable of looking at the approved solar design, assessing the roof and then confidently managing:

Measure → Set out → Safety rail → Feet → Racking → Panels → Finish

You will need to make sure the work is completed accurately and in accordance with:

Manufacturer requirements
Relevant installation standards
Evo Solar installation procedures
Workplace safety requirements
Approved system designs

We don't want someone who needs to be constantly told what to do.

We're looking for someone experienced enough to see what needs doing, communicate with the team and get the job completed properly.

Why choose Evo Solar?

Evo Solar is a locally owned solar, battery and electrical company based in Geelong and servicing Geelong, the Surf Coast, Melbourne and surrounding areas.

We focus heavily on quality workmanship and long-term customer support rather than high-volume, low-cost solar.

Our business has: