PV Technician

0039 ACCIONA ENERGY AUSTRALIA GLOBAL PTY LTD; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a safety-focused PV Technician to join our operations team at the Aldoga Solar Farm near Gladstone. Working within a highly skilled maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation and performance of one of our renewable energy assets.

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance across the solar farm and balance-of-plant infrastructure, contributing to safe, efficient operation and

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Current Queensland A Grade Electrical Licence desirable.
• 3–5 years post-trade experience in industry.
• Experience in industrial/energy/renewable environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Valid manual driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safe workplace and safety culture.
• PAW suitability assessment may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on solar farm infrastructure.
• Inspect, maintain and repair PV systems, inverters, battery storage and substation assets.
• Conduct HV and substation inspections, repairs and switching operations.
• Support commissioning, testing, fault finding and operational activities.
• Monitor, supervise and audit contractor works for quality and safety.
• Record maintenance activities using CMMS, including Maximo and HSEQ platforms.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and investigations.
• Maintain site vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Participate in an on-call roster supporting a 24/7 operating environment.
• Uphold ACCIONA's health, safety, quality and environmental performance.

Skills

Trade qualifications

Electrical licence

Experience 3-5 years

Industrial/energy/renewables

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Driver's license

Teamwork/Independence

Safety culture

PAW clearance

Tools

CMMS (Maximo)

HSEQ platforms

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused PV Technician to join our operations team at the Aldoga Solar Farm near Gladstone. Working within a highly skilled maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation and performance of one of our renewable energy assets.

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused PV Technician to join our operations team at the Aldoga Solar Farm near Gladstone. Working within a highly skilled maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation and performance of one of our renewable energy assets.

Job Description

About the Role

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance activities across the solar farm and associated balance-of-plant infrastructure. You will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the facility while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on solar farm infrastructure and equipment.
• Inspect, maintain and repair PV systems, inverters, battery storage systems, substations and associated balance-of-plant assets.
• Conduct HV and substation inspections, repairs and switching operations.
• Support commissioning, testing, fault finding and operational activities.
• Monitor, supervise and audit contractor works to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Accurately record maintenance activities using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), including Maximo and HSEQ platforms.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and technical investigations.
• Maintain site vehicles, tools and equipment in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Participate in an on-call roster supporting a 24/7 operating environment.
• Uphold ACCIONA's strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental performance.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Trade qualifications in Electrical, Mechanical or a related discipline.
• A current Queensland "A Grade" Electrical Licence or the ability to obtain one (highly desirable for electrical trades).
• Minimum 3-5 years post-trade experience.
• Experience performing maintenance in industrial, energy, utilities, mining or renewable energy environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Sound computer literacy and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Current manual driver's licence.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe workplace and promoting a positive safety culture.
• Privileged Access Workers (PAW's) are required to obtain satisfactory results from Acciona's Suitability Assessment prior to commencement, this forms part of our standard pre-employment checks.

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid certification.
• Working at Heights certification.
• HV Switching or HV Operator experience.
• Experience with solar, battery storage, substation or renewable energy assets.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.