Senior Solar O&M Field Technician

Novasourcepower; Rural City of Benalla; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NovaSource Power Services is seeking electricians for site-based O&M roles across solar and battery energy storage assets in Australia. The role involves operating and maintaining BOP components, inverters, and backup power systems, with strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

You will work with our Engineering and Control Room teams to monitor SCADA and dataloggers, manage on-site contractors, and support maintenance planning using CMMS.

Qualifications

• Current Electrical License (unrestricted).
• Construction White Card.
• Current and valid Driver’s License.
• First Aid (CPR) & LV Rescue.
• HV Switching.
• Australian Work Rights.
• Experience with Data Communications (SCADA, dataloggers, routers).

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain key BOP components (transformer, switchgear, cables) and BESS monitoring.
• Maintain inverters and electrical components.
• Operate and maintain backup power via generator and UPS.
• Collaborate with Engineering on SCADA monitoring.
• Respond to alarms and plan/execute repairs.
• Interface with subcontractors on site, including inductions and daily pre-starts.
• Plan and schedule annual maintenance tasks using MP and CMMS.
• Follow WHS policies and SOPs; document works.
• Support 24/7 Control Room operations with asset managers and technicians.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Subcontractor coordination

SCADA knowledge

Documentation & reporting

Team player

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

CMMS

Dataloggers

Routers

Job description

NovaSource Power Services is seeking electricians for site-based O&M roles across solar and battery energy storage assets in Australia. The role involves operating and maintaining BOP components, inverters, and backup power systems, with strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

You will work with our Engineering and Control Room teams to monitor SCADA and dataloggers, manage on-site contractors, and support maintenance planning using CMMS.