Solar Electrician – Commercial – Waikato

Lightforce Limited; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth pathways

Supportive team culture

Work that helps communities

Job summary

Lightforce Limited is looking for skilled Solar Electricians to join our team. Based in Waikato, you will handle installations across residential, commercial, and industrial sites, ensuring high-quality service.

Join one of New Zealand's fastest-growing solar companies and be part of our mission to provide clean energy solutions. This role requires a customer-focused attitude and willingness to travel for installations.

You will receive support and growth opportunities in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• NZ Electrical Registration or Limited Certificate with commitment to full registration.
• Current work visa if applicable.
• Experience in solar is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Install wiring and equipment for solar power solutions.
• Connect and commission inverters and battery systems.
• Perform electrical safety testing and meet NZ standards.
• Provide customer service and uphold company values.

Skills

Technical ability

Customer-focused mindset

Communication skills

NZ Electrical Registration or Limited Certificate

Job description

Role Overview

At Lightforce Solar, we’re on a mission to create a cleaner, more resilient New Zealand through world‑class solar energy solutions. As one of the fastest‑growing solar companies in the country, we’re committed not only to reducing carbon footprints — but also to uplifting communities through the charitable and social initiatives that sit at the heart of who we are.

With solar hubs across New Zealand and a passionate, down‑to‑earth team, we’re building a sustainable energy ecosystem that empowers Kiwis to take control of their energy future. We are a fast‑paced, high‑growth business with big ambitions and an even bigger purpose.

Now, we’re looking for skilled and motivated Solar Electricians to join our growing commercial installation team. Primarily based in Waikato, however regular travel across NZ will be required.

As a Solar Electrician, you’ll be a key part of our nationwide installation team, responsible for installing and servicing commercial, and industrial grid‑tied solar systems. You’ll work closely with the commercial project team to ensure each project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

This role is hands‑on, customer‑facing, and essential to bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses across the country. There will be times where working away from home is required as our installation are across different location in NZ.

Key Responsibilities

• Install wiring, switchgear, transformers, panels, and mounting systems for solar power solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
• Connect and commission inverters, battery systems, charge controllers, and other energy‑storage components.
• Install and maintain photovoltaic (PV) systems and related equipment.
• Interpret electrical diagrams, technical documentation, and solar specifications.
• Perform electrical safety testing and ensure all work meets NZ standards and regulations.
• Diagnose faults, complete repairs, and replace components where needed.
• Assist with warehouse duties including stocktaking, picking, loading/unloading kits.
• Provide constructive feedback to Sales and Customer Service to improve customer experience and installation quality.
• Demonstrate professional, friendly customer service and represent the Lightforce brand with pride.
• Uphold Lightforce values, support teammates, and celebrate collective wins.
• Meet performance targets and contribute to ongoing improvement of installation processes.
• Follow all Health, Safety & Wellbeing policies and procedures.

Skills & Experience

• NZ Electrical Registration, or NZ Limited Certificate (EWRB) with commitment toward gaining full registration.
• Current work visa (if applicable).
• Strong technical ability and pride in high‑quality work.
• A customer‑focused mindset and great communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a commitment to teamwork.

Experience in solar is an advantage — but not essential. We’ll support you to learn and grow in the industry.

Why Lightforce Solar?

• Be part of one of NZ’s fastest-growing renewable energy companies.
• Meaningful work that helps people, communities, and the planet.
• Supportive team culture with great banter and genuine connection.
• Career growth pathways in an expanding industry with our newly developed Career Progression Framework.
• A company that values diversity, initiative, and doing things the right way.