Technician II

NovaSource Power Services; Glenellen; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Call Allowance

Overtime Allowance

Laptop & Mobile

Company Vehicle

Employee Assistance Program

Training for professional development

Job summary

NovaSource Power Services in Australia seeks a hands-on Technician II to maintain solar and energy storage assets, replace components, and support SCADA-related tasks alongside the engineering team. The role requires strong maintenance skills and the ability to work across multiple sites.

You will travel to sites, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, document work in the CMMS, and ensure WHS compliance while coordinating with subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in electrical field is required.
• Experience with data communications and SCADA is essential.
• Strong fault diagnosis and repair skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Replace key components and maintain inverters and electrical parts.
• Collaborate with Engineering on SCADA tasks and site improvements.
• Respond to repairs and coordinate with subcontractors on site.
• Document all work and time in CMMS; report to Regional/Solar Asset Manager.
• Follow WHS policies and ensure safe, compliant operations.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

SCADA systems

Maintenance

Preventative maintenance

Reading plans

Troubleshooting

Education

Trade Qualification – Electrical

Tools

SCADA communications

Job description

Technician II

Job Description

NovaSource Power Services (‘NSPS’) is a specialist in providing Operations & Maintenance Services to Solar Plants & Battery Energy Storage Projects, around the world. We presently manage over 26GW of Utility Solar Projects globally; and are established in Australia to drive a higher standard of O&M to market.

About The Role

• Replacement of key components, such as modules and inverter components
• Maintenance of inverters or associated electrical components.
• Work alongside Engineering team on the SCADA.
• Promptly respond to and execute necessary repairs of faulty equipment.
• Interface with, and management of subcontractors and other workers on site, including site inductions, daily pre-start meetings, etc.
• Continuous reporting of work status and scheduling to Regional Manager and Solar Asset Manager, including complete and detailed documentation of all work performed, involving daily time tracking and use of CMMS.
• WHS reporting and adherence to WHS protocols as established by NovaSource policy.
• Timely documentation of works performed using supplied framework.

This role is supported by a 24/7 Control Room, and involves working with Solar Asset Managers, Site Technicians and Greenskeeper - Attending to assigned work orders relating to preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, project works.

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following:

• Safety as a core value, with a strong commitment to WHS.
• Reliable, organized and team focused.
• Have the tenacity and a can-do approach.
• Being able to efficiently execute tasks, as defined by a maintenance plan.
• Demonstrate strong organization skills with excellent problem solving and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills.
• Willing to travel.
• Knowledge and experience in Solar Farm O&M, plant and equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand plans, drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of current industry standards, specifications, industry best practice and Australian Standards.

Essential Requirements

• Current Electrical License (unrestricted).
• High Voltage Switching.
• Construction White Card.
• Current & Valid Driver’s License.
• Valid First Aid (CPR) & Low Voltage (LV) Rescue.
• Australian Work Rights.
• Trade Qualification – Electrical.
• Experience with Data Communications (SCADA, dataloggers, routers)

Desirable Requirements

• Willing to travel to other projects, if required

Benefits & Perks

• On Call Allowance
• Overtime Allowance
• Laptop & Mobile
• Company Vehicle
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training for professional development provided.
• Collaborate with an international and dynamic team.
• Work with a market leader in solar O&M
• Roster 5/2 full-time permanent position
• Discounted Health & Fitness Benefits
• Base Salary + Super + Bonus +Allowances

Who Are We

Renewables O&M Services- NovaSource Power Services

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is NovaSource Power Services’ policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. NSPS disapproves of, and will not tolerate, unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, colour, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.