Solar Electrician

Recruitnz; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitnz is seeking an experienced Solar Electrician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV systems across New Zealand. You will work with panels, mounting systems, cabling, inverters and battery storage, adhering to EWRB requirements and safety standards.

The role involves testing, commissioning, documentation and site travel, with a focus on progressing electrical registration and delivering high-quality installations.

Qualifications

• EWRB Limited Certificate or pathway to registration.
• Solar, electrical or related installation experience.
• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights.
• Ability to travel throughout New Zealand and stay away overnight when required.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet English language requirements.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain solar PV systems, including panels, mounting systems, cabling, inverters and batteries.
• Perform electrical installation work within EWRB Limited Certificate and supervision requirements.
• Support testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and fault-finding activities.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety and regulatory standards.
• Complete job documentation, timesheets and project records accurately.
• Participate in training and development to progress electrical registration.
• Maintain excellent health and safety practices at all times.
• Travel to project sites throughout New Zealand as required.

Skills

EWRB pathway

Solar installation experience

Health and safety

Teamwork and communication

English language

Willing to travel NZ

Physical fitness

Education

EWRB Limited Certificate or pathway to registration

Job description

Experienced Solar Electrician with PV installation experience, strong safety focus, EWRB compliance and troubleshooting skills.

About the Role:

As a Solar Electrician, you will install, maintain and troubleshoot solar PV systems, including panels, mounting systems, cabling, inverters and battery storage. You will also carry out electrical work under EWRB requirements, support testing and commissioning, complete job documentation, and travel to project sites across New Zealand. You will be expected to:

• Install and maintain solar PV systems, including panels, mounting systems, cabling, inverters and batteries.
• Perform electrical installation work within EWRB Limited Certificate and supervision requirements.
• Support testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and fault-finding activities.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety and regulatory standards.
• Complete job documentation, timesheets and project records accurately.
• Participate in training and development to progress electrical registration.
• Maintain excellent health and safety practices at all times.
• Travel to project sites throughout New Zealand as required

This role is ideal for someone with solar PV experience, strong electrical skills, a safety-first mindset and a commitment to progressing their electrical registration.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who brings the following skills and qualifications:

• EWRB Limited Certificate or pathway to registration
• Solar, electrical or related installation experience
• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights
• Ability to travel throughout New Zealand and stay away overnight when required
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet English language requirements
• Ability to build positive working relationships and work effectively as part of a team

Why apply now?

• Get considered early for future vacancies
• Opportunity for career growth and development
• Gain opportunities to work on solar projects across New Zealand