Installation Manager, Solar, Battery & Electrical

Queenstown At Future Energy, we are committed to our mission to provide a better future for all New Zealanders through sustainable energy solutions. As part of our growth strategy, we are now ready to offer a significant career opportunity to become our Foundation Installation Manager in a new branch, located in Queenstown. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the Future Energy service and quality standards are upheld across residential and commercial sites in the Southern Lakes District. You will be ably supported by our National Operations Manager and collaborate with our Business Development Manager in the region. Initially you will work with our local contractor network, so we need someone who can build and nurture respectful relationships and maintain strong, two‑way communication. The Solar & Electrical (S&E) Installation Managers primary responsibility is to coordinate and oversee the successful operation of the S&E installation team. An integral role within the operations team; the role is dominantly on site, 70/30, which includes pre‑inspections, commissioning, assisting the installation team and ensure the delivery of S&E projects utilising resources as required and available. This will require the Manager to often work on site, with installation Teams in this pursuit. What you’ll be doing: The Solar & Electrical (S&E) Installation Managers primary responsibility is to coordinate and oversee the successful operation of the S&E installation team. An integral role within the operations team; the role is dominantly on site, 70/30, which includes pre‑inspections, commissioning, assisting the installation team and ensure the delivery of S&E projects utilising resources as required and available. This will require the Manager to often work on site, with installation Teams in this pursuit. Primary Products & Services: Solar Energy Installations, Electric Vehicle Charger Installations, What we need: Registered Electrician with a current EWRB practising licence 5 + years practicing experience 4 years solar experience Proven experience leading a team on site Good general electrical experience across residential and commercial installs Strong customer service skills - you know how to represent a company well Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence Full personal tool kit Whether you are an ambitious Team Lead or Site Supervisor, or a Manager looking for a phenomenal change of scenery, we would welcome your application. We’ve grown from 6 people in a garage to 80+ across New Zealand in just a few years, and we’re not slowing down. The renewable energy industry is still early days here, and we’re leading the charge. You’ll work with world‑class products, be backed by a team that genuinely wants you to succeed and get a competitive package with all the usual benefits (KiwiSaver, staff discounts, clear career pathways). But the real reason to join? Every project you are a part of helps push New Zealand closer to 100% renewable energy. That’s work worth doing. If you’re ready to step up, take ownership, and be part of New Zealand’s clean energy transition, we’d love to hear from you. To be considered, you must have the right to work in and be located in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr