Electrician - Solar Installation

Freenergy Solar Solutions – Napier South, North Island Are you a qualified electrician looking to build your career in one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing industries? At Freenergy Solar Solutions, we’re helping shape the future of energy in Hawke’s Bay. We’re looking for a motivated, qualified electrician who takes pride in their workmanship and wants to develop specialist skills in solar power, battery storage, and energy-management systems. This is not a management or team-lead position. It is a hands-on electrical role for someone who enjoys varied work, solving technical problems, and delivering high-quality installations. Qualified Solar Electrician Freenergy Solar Solutions | Hawke’s Bay Are you a qualified electrician looking to build your career in one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing industries? At Freenergy Solar Solutions, we’re helping shape the future of energy in Hawke’s Bay. We’re looking for a motivated, qualified electrician who takes pride in their workmanship and wants to develop specialist skills in solar power, battery storage, and energy-management systems. This is a hands-on electrical role suited to someone who enjoys varied work, solving technical problems, and delivering high-quality installations. Why This Role Stands Out Work in the rapidly growing solar and energy-storage industry Gain experience across residential, commercial, industrial, dairy-farm, rural, and off-grid projects No previous solar experience required—we’ll provide specialist training Work with modern solar, battery, inverter, and energy-management technology Join a tight-knit, experienced team in a successful, award winning local business Build valuable technical skills in an industry with a strong future About the Role You’ll install, commission, maintain, and fault-find residential, commercial, industrial, dairy-farm, rural, and off-grid solar systems. The work is varied, ranging from solar and battery installations on homes through to larger energy solutions for businesses, farms, and remote properties. You’ll be involved in exciting projects that are helping improve energy efficiency, resilience, and independence throughout Hawke’s Bay. Your responsibilities will include: Installing solar PV and battery-storage systems Completing AC and DC electrical installation work Installing and connecting inverters, switchboards, protection equipment, monitoring, and communications Assisting with mechanical solar-panel and mounting-system installation Testing, commissioning, and certifying completed electrical work Maintaining and fault-finding new and existing solar systems Reading and following electrical drawings, system designs, and manufacturer instructions Working with designers, contractors, inspectors, and other members of the installation team Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to all relevant compliance standards Completing accurate job notes, photographs, timesheets, and electrical documentation Maintaining a clean and organised worksite, vehicle, tools, and equipment Communicating clearly with customers, coworkers, and the office team This is a practical, hands-on role suited to an electrician who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. What We’re Looking For Fully qualified electrician with current EWRB registration and practicing license (solar endorsement preferred but not essential) Strong electrical knowledge and practical problem-solving ability High standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance Organised, reliable, and proactive Able to work independently and within an installation team Confident completing electrical testing and certification Good communication and customer-service skills Comfortable working at heights and outdoors Willingness to learn solar, battery, and energy-management technologies Full, clean New Zealand driver licence New Zealand residency or a valid work visa Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following would be an advantage: Solar PV installation Battery-energy-storage systems Commercial or industrial electrical work Switchboard upgrades Rural or dairy-farm electrical systems Off-grid power systems Electrical fault-finding Data, communications, or monitoring systems What You’ll Get Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience Company vehicle and phone plan Ongoing training in solar, batteries, and energy systems Varied residential, commercial, industrial, and rural work Support from an experienced in-house sales, design, installation, and technical team Opportunities to expand your electrical and renewable-energy knowledge A supportive, down-to-earth team culture The opportunity to work for an established and award-winning Hawke’s Bay solar company The Lifestyle Based in Hawke’s Bay, this role offers more than just interesting work. Enjoy short commutes, excellent beaches, surfing, fishing, diving, mountain biking, wineries, and a strong local community. We’re a small, energetic team that values quality workmanship, good people, and enjoying the lifestyle Hawke’s Bay offers. Role Details Position: Qualified Solar Electrician Location: Hawke’s Bay, with site-based work throughout the region Hours: 7:00am–4:30pm Travel: Occasional weekend work and overnight travel may be required Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement Office base: 1027 Links Road, Waiohiki, Napier About Freenergy Freenergy Solar Solutions has been delivering solar-energy systems in Hawke’s Bay since 2007. We specialise in residential, commercial, industrial, rural, battery-storage, and off-grid energy systems. Our experienced in-house team manages the full process, from sales and system design through to installation, commissioning, servicing, and ongoing technical support. We have built a strong local reputation, received multiple New Zealand solar-industry awards, and continue to grow in an industry with an exciting future. SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association NZ): Freenergy awards, Small Business of the year 2016 & 2025. Industry Person of the year 2016 & 2023. #J-18808-Ljbffr