Solar Plant Trades Assistant – On-Call & Flexible Hours

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd

Chinchilla

On-site

AUD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd is seeking a Trades Assistant to support maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical and mechanical systems across renewable energy sites in Australia. You will assist site teams, handle vegetation management activities, and help ensure safe, reliable operation of trackers, panels, and related equipment.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, on-site collaboration, and readiness to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

  • Experience in similar role supporting vegetation management, electrical and mechanical maintenance.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Proficiency in software and basic computer skills desired.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and be on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Support routine and advanced maintenance and inspections on electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Vegetation control and panel cleaning using powered and non-powered equipment.
  • Perform regular inspections and checks to monitor performance.
  • Support the repair and replacement of faulty components.
  • Coordinate spare parts and material use, ensuring correct stock count.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and stock count
  • Support any emergency maintenance requests and ensure timely resolutions.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, systems, and regulations
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

Vegetation management experience
Electrical maintenance
Mechanical maintenance
On-call readiness

Education

Trade certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd is seeking a Trades Assistant to support maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical and mechanical systems across renewable energy sites in Australia. You will assist site teams, handle vegetation management activities, and help ensure safe, reliable operation of trackers, panels, and related equipment.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, on-site collaboration, and readiness to respond to emergencies.

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