Mechanical Fitter – Solar & BESS

Infratec; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in renewable energy solutions in Hamilton is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to maintain and repair Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems. The ideal candidate will hold a trade qualification and possess experience with large-scale systems. This role offers an excellent salary package, flexible working options, and a commitment to safety and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Income protection insurance

Relocation costs

Ongoing career development

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale solar PV or industrial mechanical systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) equipment is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance, repairs, and fault response for Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Ensure optimal generation output and support asset reliability.
• Coordinate site work to optimise subcontractor resources.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

Ability to read technical drawings

Proficiency in hand tools

Commitment to workplace health and safety

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical or Fabrication

Job description

• Work in a highly safety conscious and awesome team environment!
• Join an industry leader in renewable energy!
• NewPower has a range of flexible working options and benefits

About the Business

NewPower Energy Services Ltd (NewPower) and sister company Infratec NZ Ltd design, build, and commission world class renewable energy projects. Our mission is to deliver innovative solutions to provide economic, environmental, and social value to customers, communities, and our shareholders, both now and for the future.

As a company we are passionate about people and the environment, and this passion is not only evident in the project work we do but how we run our business. We are dedicated to improving our sustainability and social impact and ensuring this workplace supports peoples’ wellbeing. We prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment process and offer a supportive environment to work in, along with a range of great employee benefits.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Fitter you will provide maintenance, repairs, and fault response for Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), ensuring optimal generation output, supporting asset reliability through inspection and upkeep of mechanical equipment and site facilities, and coordinating site work to optimise subcontractor resources.

About you

• You will have a Trade or related qualification (or working towards) in Mechanical, Fabrication, or a related field
• Experience with large-scale solar PV, power generation, or industrial mechanical systems
• Have the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specification
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools, torque equipment, and diagnostic instruments
• Knowledge of solar and BESS equipment and operations is a bonus!
• You demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to workplace health and safety

Staff Benefits

You will benefit from a powerful package of benefits if you join us at NewPower – from medical, life, and income protection insurance, to relocation costs, flexible working options, ongoing career development and more – and most important of all, an excellent salary package.

Ready to learn more? Start here

We actively value diversity and inclusion, so to start, tell us a little bit about the 'real you' in your application. Check out the position description and apply online with your cover letter and CV, showing us what sets you apart. Demonstrate your track record and share some of your proudest achievements. We can\'t wait to hear from you.

Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.