Electrical Maintenance Technician - Solar PV

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Fixed Term Full Time + on call & overtime Competitive salary + super Onsite role in Wyalong Working across multiple sites in Riverina Region About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will oversee and participate in the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. You will also provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to junior technicians while contributing to innovative projects within the renewable energy sector. RES Benefits: 25 days annual leave (including 1 discretionary day). Generous paid leave for birth givers and partners (eligibility: 12 months service). Eyecare and skin check allowances, flu vaccinations, and access to EAP support. Sponsored education support (up to $3,000/year for role-related studies). $3,000 bonus for successful candidate referrals (paid in two stages). 4 paid volunteer days annually. Option to swap public holidays for culturally significant days. About RES Do you want to work to make Power for Good? We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy. We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them. RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal and professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their careers they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to: Perform routine and advanced maintenance, inspections, and repairs on electrical systems and equipment. Diagnose and troubleshoot complex electrical issues efficiently, and repair or replace faulty components to ensure system reliability. Develop and implement standard operating procedures for maintenance and training, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections. Assist in the installation of new electrical systems and equipment. Provide leadership, technical support, and mentorship to junior technicians, and collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests to ensure timely resolutions. Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in electrical maintenance, repair, and installation. Knowledge of HV/LV systems and communication networks is desirable. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics. Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Proficiency in using maintenance management software and basic computer skills. Willingness to work flexible hours and be on-call as needed. Experience in the renewable energy sector is a plus. Qualifications: NSW Electrical Supervisor's or Contractor's License Valid Driver's License First Aid LVR/CPR Certified High Risk Work Licenses (boom lift, forklift, dogging, rigging, telehandler etc.) Working at Heights desirable HV electrical qualification desirable. Valid Working Rights (no sponsorship option) What you're looking for? 25 days annual leave (including 1 discretionary day). Generous paid leave for birth givers and partners (eligibility: 12 months service). Eyecare and skin check allowances, flu vaccinations, and access to EAP support. Sponsored education support (up to $3,000/year for role-related studies). $3,000 bonus for successful candidate referrals (paid in two stages). 4 paid volunteer days annually. Option to swap public holidays for culturally significant days. Contract Duration: Wyalong – until 31st Dec 2026 (with possible extension) #LI-HYBRID Culture of Care for our People, Our Planet, and Our Product In joining RES, you chose to become part of an organisation built on a long history of operational excellence and care. We have always cared about our employee’s safety, wellbeing, and personal growth. We truly value and respect the individual contributions of our people and believe that diversity provides an important range of perspectives. A fair and inclusive culture makes us stronger. Our culture of care and inclusion extends to the environment and to external communities, stakeholders, clients, suppliers, and the carbon footprint we leave. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, relation, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.RES is a LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer and Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. RES acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their ongoing connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please let us know if you have any special requirements or need any sort of assistance during the interview. Recruiting Process: We will contact the candidates after the four-week period. Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Note: This role does not provide sponsorship; we welcome applications from candidates who have full work rights. At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. The world's largest independent renewable energy company 40 years of experience 4500 employees 27GW project portfolio 41GW operational assets supported WIND SOLAR ENERGY STORAGE TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION GREEN HYDROGEN