Solar Electrical Apprentice: Fast-Track to Lead Installer

Advantage Solar; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Full-time hours

Advancement opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Advantage Solar in Victoria is seeking a 3rd Year Solar Electrical Apprentice to join our installation team. The role focuses on assisting with residential solar PV system installs under the supervision of SAA accredited electricians, delivering safe, compliant work across VIC.

You’ll work on rooftops, assist with panel placement, racking, wiring, and battery/inverter installations while upholding WHS procedures.

Qualifications

• 1 year of solar installation experience is required.
• Experience with residential installations across multiple roof types and pitches.
• Excellent work ethic, teamwork, and reliability.
• Ability to work autonomously and follow directions from supervisors.
• Attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of residential solar PV systems.
• Work confidently on rooftops; panel placement, racking, and cable runs.
• Maintain safety standards and follow all WHS procedures.
• Support electricians with battery or inverter installations where required.
• Load, unload, and prepare materials and equipment for each job.
• Communicate effectively with the team and customers onsite.
• Keep job sites clean, organised, and professional.

Skills

Solar installations experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Clear communication

Education

VU23631 Working Safely on Roofs with Renewable Energy

VU22744 Working Safely in the Solar Industry

Working at Heights certification

White Card (Construction Induction)

Driver’s Licence (manual preferred)

Full working rights in Australia

Tools

White Card

Job description

Advantage Solar in Victoria is seeking a 3rd Year Solar Electrical Apprentice to join our installation team. The role focuses on assisting with residential solar PV system installs under the supervision of SAA accredited electricians, delivering safe, compliant work across VIC.

You’ll work on rooftops, assist with panel placement, racking, wiring, and battery/inverter installations while upholding WHS procedures.