Solar Field Services Technician

AGL Energy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AGL Energy in Sydney is seeking a licensed A-Grade Electrician for Field Services in the Sustainable Business Energy Solutions division. You will execute on-site quality assurance and HSE monitoring across projects, supervise installations, and coordinate with contractors and clients to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires experience with commercial solar rooftop installations, strong communication, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Licensed A-Grade Electrician with experience in Solar PV installations.
• Experience conducting on-site quality assurance and HSE monitoring.
• Ability to travel to sites and interstate as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Australian laws, regulations, standards, permits and codes.
• Lead and support safe, high-quality solar installation and maintenance activities.
• Undertake on-site activities such as pre-installation inspections, O&M inspections, incident response.

Skills

A-Grade Electrician

Solar PV installations

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Tools

HSE auditing tools

Job description

Join the change. Electrify your future! We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career. Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

An exciting position has opened up for a qualified Electrician who has a passion for quality to join our Sustainable Business Energy Solutions division. As one of Australia’s largest commercial solar providers, we take our mission seriously, leading Australia’s transition to a low-carbon economy. Working with a team of exceptional engineers and contractors, as a Field Services Technician you will be responsible for undertaking on‑site Quality Assurance & HSE monitoring activities such as pre-installation Site Inspections, Quality Auditing, HSE auditing, reactive service calls, Site Supervision, and maintenance inspections across the state.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant Australian laws, regulations, standards, permits and codes, and acting as the electrical licence holder and/or technical nominee with regulators.
• Drive efficient operational processes and continuous improvement by actively maintaining and enhancing the Integrated Management System, incorporating lessons learned from field activities.
• Lead and support safe, high‑quality solar installation and maintenance activities.
• Undertake on‑site activities such as pre‑sales inspections, tender meetings, routine O&M inspections, incident and outage response.
• Engage with clients, contractors and internal teams, support the development and implementation of HSE and quality procedures.
• Ensure contractor engagement and project activities are conducted in line with AGL’s contractor management framework.
• Support strong safety and quality outcomes by assisting with incident and near‑miss investigations, driving timely close‑out of corrective actions

About you

You are licensed A-Grade Electrician with proven experience related to Solar PV installations. Your adaptability & willingness to learn & develop will help you succeed in this role. In addition to the above you will have:

• Demonstrated experience with commercial scale rooftop solar & battery installations.
• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to engage people at all levels of the organisation.
• High level of attention to detail including sound troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel to AGL Solar sites & interstate as required by the role.
• SAA accreditations are highly regarded.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose.

To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

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Location Sydney NSW 2000

Job Family Group Project and Program Management

At AGL, we believe energy makes life better. That’s why we’re passionate about powering the way Australians live, move and work. Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges. We don’t shy away from the tough questions and we consider the answers carefully. We work in partnership with our customers and communities, and take action to shape a better future for all. As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over more than 188 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We’re investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful. We’ll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.