At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a crew in residential solar, battery, and EV installations while ensuring quality and safety.
- Company: Winki Energy, a Torquay-based renewable energy business with a focus on quality and growth.
- Benefits: Above award wage, permanent role, take-home vehicle, and paid training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy quarterly team events and a clear career path in solar and battery technology.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the renewable energy sector.
- Qualifications: A-grade electrical licence, 3+ years experience, and leadership skills preferred.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Winki Energy is looking for an experienced A-grade electrician to lead one of our residential install crews out of Torquay. You’ll run the site day to day, keep the quality high and the customer happy, and help build the next wave of installers. The work is mainly residential solar, battery and EV charging across Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast. If you want to move into commercial solar and large-scale storage later, there’s a clear path for that. You’ll report to our Residential Operations Manager, who is also a qualified electrician.
What you’ll do:
- Lead a small crew of electricians and apprentices on residential solar, battery and EV installs
- Plan each day on site: materials, sequencing and safety
- Own quality and compliance: testing, COES, photos and handover
- Be the face of Winki on site, and leave every customer confident in their system
- Do fault-finding and switchboard work as needed
- Coach and develop apprentices and newer installers
- Make sure OHS is followed on every job, every day
What you’ll bring:
- Victorian electrical licence (A-grade)
- 3+ years post-trade, with solid residential solar experience (preferred)
- Experience leading a crew, or you’re ready to step up
- SAA solar and battery accreditation (or willing to get them; we’ll support you)
- Working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000, 5033, 4777 and 5139, and the Victorian Service & Installation Rules
- Working at Heights ticket and construction White Card
- Current driver licence and full Australian work rights
- Clear communication with customers and crew
What’s in it for you:
- Above award wage + super [+ overtime]
- Permanent full-time role with monthly RDOs
- Take-home work vehicle
- Accreditations and ongoing training paid for
- A real career path
- Quarterly team events (paintball, go-karting and more)
- Join a 50-strong team, including 15 SAA-accredited electricians, working for homeowners and Tier 1 commercial clients
We’re a Torquay-born electrical and renewable energy business. We do quality work, look after our customers and back our people to grow.
Electrician in Geelong employer: Winki Energy
Winki Energy is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant coastal town of Torquay, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and employee development. As a Lead Solar Electrician, you'll not only lead a dedicated team but also have the opportunity to mentor apprentices and contribute to the growth of sustainable energy solutions. With a focus on innovation and community impact, Winki Energy provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about renewable energy and looking to advance their careers.
