Senior Solar & Battery Electrician - Lead On-Site Installations

Powertech Energy; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Powertech Energy is seeking a seasoned Senior Electrician to lead on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance of solar PV and battery energy storage systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, coordinating electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors while delivering high-quality, safe projects.

You will oversee on-site activities, ensure compliance, and collaborate with engineers to achieve timely project handovers and

Qualifications

• SA A-Grade Electrical Licence is required.
• Current Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) solar and battery installation accreditation is required.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a qualified electrician.
• Proven experience in a Senior Electrician or Leading Hand position.
• Demonstrated ability to lead installation teams and coordinate on-site activities.
• Experience with commercial BESS or off-grid hybrid power systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations, fault finding and commissioning.
• Working at Heights certification and White Card.
• Current Manual Driver's Licence.
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or unrestricted work rights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily on-site electrical installation activities.
• Install, commission, and maintain solar PV and battery systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
• Deliver hybrid and BESS solutions for grid-connected and standalone applications.
• Supervise, support, and mentor electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate installation schedules, resources, and site activities to meet project deadlines.
• Conduct site assessments, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure electrical compliance.
• Work closely with management and engineering teams to ensure quality project delivery.
• Prepare installation records, testing documentation, and project handovers.

Skills

Leadership

Solar installation

Electrical fault-finding

Project coordination

Mentoring

Job description

Powertech Energy is seeking a seasoned Senior Electrician to lead on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance of solar PV and battery energy storage systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, coordinating electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors while delivering high-quality, safe projects.

You will oversee on-site activities, ensure compliance, and collaborate with engineers to achieve timely project handovers and