Operations & Maintenance Engineer – Solar / BESS

12 Month Contract role | $500–$650/day inclusive per day| Renewable Energy

Talesca is partnering with a global renewable energy developer, owner and operator, to appoint an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to support its Australian renewable energy portfolio.

This contract role will focus on a Solar Farm and broader O&M; support across operating and future renewable energy assets.

This is a practical, hands‑on role suited to an Electrical Engineer who wants to build their career in renewable energy operations, asset performance and contractor management.

The Role

Working closely with the O&M; Manager, you will support the operation, performance and maintenance oversight of utility‑scale renewable energy assets.

You will be involved in plant performance monitoring, contractor inspections, operational reporting, fault investigation support, compliance tracking and site‑based observations.

This is not a pure construction role. It is ideal for someone who wants to move closer to asset management, operations and long‑term renewable energy performance.

Key Responsibilities

- Support day‑to‑day operation of a Queensland Solar Farm.
- Monitor plant performance, availability and operational KPIs.
- Review maintenance outcomes, operational data and performance trends.
- Support fault investigation and corrective action activities of the O&M; Contractor.
- Conduct site inspections and condition assessments.
- Review O&M; contractor and service provider works.




- Verify maintenance activities are completed safely and to specification.
- Identify defects, quality issues, non‑conformances and operational risks.
- Prepare concise site visit reports and elevate technical issues.
- Support operational readiness for future renewable energy projects.

About You

You will ideally have:

- Electrical Engineering qualification.
- 5 years’ engineering experience.
- Exposure to solar, BESS, renewables, utilities, orpower systems
- Interest in O&M;, asset performance and contractor management.
- Solid reporting, communication, and organisational skills.
- Confidence in engaging with contractors and site teams.
- Australian working rights and current Driver’s Licence.

Desirable Experience

- Utility‑scale solar, wind or BESS experience.
- SCADA or performance monitoring exposure.
- Electrical maintenance, commissioning, or field engineering experience.
- Contractor supervision or site inspection experience.
- Understanding of HV systems or balance of plant equipment.
- Exposure to operational compliance, O&M; KPIs, or asset management principles.

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity to join a global renewable energy owner/operator and gain direct exposure to operating solar and battery assets.

You will work closely with the O&M; Manager and contribute to the development of their O&M; capability on their Australian Assets

Contract rate: $500–$650/day inclusive of Super and Site Travel LAFHA, depending on experience.

For a confidential discussion, contact Nico Viljoen at Talesca.

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📌 Operations & Maintenance Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Talesca
📍 Brisbane