Solar Electrician – 50/hr base + incentives

2 days ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Green Energy Technologies Full time $104,000 - $124,000 per year
Electrician – Solar Installer | $50/hr base + incentives (~$70/hr avg)

Green Energy Technologies – Mackay

  • Permanent full-time | Home every night | No weekends required
  • $50/hr base + quarterly incentives (~$10k/quarter)
  • Average ~$70/hr based on a 38hr week
  • 4-day working week + 1 planning day
  • Optional weekend work available for extra income
  • Company vehicle, training & solar/battery certification provided

About the role

Join Queensland's #1 solar installer and future-proof your trade career. You'll lead your own install crew, running 1 solar installation per day across the Mackay region. With a mix of residential and commercial projects, you'll oversee the full install process, ensure safety and quality, and provide the client handover at the end of each job.

And if you're not quite at that stage yet – no problem. We offer full training, mentoring and support to get you up to speed and set you up for success as a Team Leader.


What you'll be doing as Team Leader
  • Lead a crew to complete 1 solar install per day
  • Oversee AC/DC electrical works, switchboard upgrades, inverter & battery installs
  • Manage site setup, JSA compliance & safety checks
  • Coordinate with roof crew and apprentices
  • Complete testing, commissioning & client handover
  • Ensure paperwork and digital records are finalised each day

What you'll get
  • $50/hr base + quarterly incentives (~$10k every 3 months)
  • Works out to ~$70/hr average on 38hrs/week
  • Guaranteed $5k/quarter for first year sign-on (~$20k extra)
  • 4-day working week + 1 planning day
  • Optional weekends for additional income
  • Supplied vehicle, phone & uniform
  • Paid training + nationally recognised solar & battery certifications
  • Clear career pathway into senior leadership

What we're looking for

Must have:

  • Electrical trade qualification (Open licence)
  • Current driver's licence

Preferred (or willing to train):

  • SAA Solar & Battery qualification
  • Working at Heights
  • Forklift licence

Who you are
  • Confident leading a small team on site (or eager to step up into the role)
  • Strong communicator with clients & crew
  • Safety-conscious, organised and detail-driven
  • Keen to grow into a long-term leadership role

About GET

Green Energy Technologies has been Queensland's #1 solar installer since 2010, with 90+ staff across Mackay, Townsville and the Whitsundays. We're growing fast and committed to building careers, not just jobs.


Apply today — send your CV and cover letter with your best contact details. Come and see why our sparkies stay long-term and grow with us.

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