Solar Plant Electrician – MV/HV & BESS Maintenance

Vena Group; Tailem Bend; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vena Energy seeks a qualified Electrician to support day-to-day operations and maintenance of solar and BESS sites. The role is based at Tailem Bend, SA, working with electricians, apprentices and subcontractors to deliver safe, reliable and efficient maintenance outcomes.

Key duties include O&M planning, SCADA monitoring, HV/MV coordination within training, and routine inspections and stock control. Strong safety mindset and ability to read technical docs are essential.

Qualifications

• Year 12 schooling and electrical licence (A grade/unrestricted) required.
• Class C manual licence and at least two years on a solar asset.
• Proficiency with MS Word/Excel and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, drawings and procedures.
• Teamwork, safety focus, task management and situation awareness essential.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day O&M and maintenance of Vena Energy solar and BESS sites.
• Collaborate with electricians, trades assistants and subcontractors to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Monitor SCADA, respond to faults, alarms and events, and inspect equipment per schedules.
• Assist with HV/MV switching and maintenance coordination within training limits.
• Undertake inspections, tests, stock control, and HSSE documentation.
• Contribute to incident response and site housekeeping as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Task management

Situation awareness

Reading technical documentation

Education

Year 12 schooling

Electrical Licence (A Grade)

Class C Manual Licence

MS Office (Word & Excel)

2+ years solar asset experience

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Vena Energy seeks a qualified Electrician to support day-to-day operations and maintenance of solar and BESS sites. The role is based at Tailem Bend, SA, working with electricians, apprentices and subcontractors to deliver safe, reliable and efficient maintenance outcomes.

Key duties include O&M planning, SCADA monitoring, HV/MV coordination within training, and routine inspections and stock control. Strong safety mindset and ability to read technical docs are essential.