Experienced Solar Roof Installer / Trade Assistant
Evo Solar is looking for an
experienced Trade Assistant / Solar Roof Installer
to join our installation team.
This is a hands-on rooftop role working alongside our accredited electricians on residential solar and battery installations throughout Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne.
We are specifically looking for someone with
strong building, construction and roofing experience
who understands how homes are constructed, is confident working safely at heights, and can take responsibility for the physical rooftop component of our solar installations.
This is
not an entry-level trade assistant position
.
Experience, maturity, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are extremely important to us.
The successful applicant will work closely with our electricians but will take a leading role in the setup and installation of:
Safety rail and edge protection
Rooftop racking
Roof penetrations and mounting points
Array set-out and measurements
Our qualified electricians will complete the electrical components of the installation, while you will be responsible for making sure the rooftop installation is accurately measured, correctly set out, securely mounted and ready for electrical works.
About the role
Evo Solar is looking for an
experienced Trade Assistant / Solar Roof Installer
to join our installation team.
This is a hands-on rooftop role working alongside our accredited electricians on residential solar and battery installations throughout Geelong, the Surf Coast and Melbourne.
We are specifically looking for someone with
solid building, construction and roofing experience
who understands how homes are constructed, is confident working safely at heights, and can take responsibility for the physical rooftop component of our solar installations.
This is
not an entry-level trade assistant position
.
Experience, maturity, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are extremely important to us.
The successful applicant will work closely with our electricians but will take a leading role in the setup and installation of:
Safety rail and edge protection
Solar panel mounting systems
Rooftop racking
Solar panels
Roof penetrations and mounting points
Array set-out and measurements
Our qualified electricians will complete the electrical components of the installation, while you will be responsible for making sure the rooftop installation is accurately measured, correctly set out, securely mounted and ready for electrical works.
What you'll be doing
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Attending residential solar installation sites with the Evo Solar installation team
Assessing roof layouts and installation areas
Measuring and setting out solar panel arrays from approved designs
Identifying rafters, battens, trusses and suitable structural fixing locations
Installing roof hooks, feet and other mounting hardware




Installing and levelling solar racking systems
Installing solar panels onto completed racking
Installing and removing temporary safety rail and edge-protection systems
Ensuring all safety equipment is correctly positioned and securely installed
Working on tile, Colorbond and other common residential roofing systems
Removing and replacing roof tiles where required
Completing penetrations and weatherproofing appropriately
Understanding how mounting systems interact with the existing roof structure
Following manufacturer installation instructions and fixing requirements
Ensuring solar arrays are straight, accurately positioned and professionally finished
Preparing the rooftop installation ready for wiring and completion by our qualified electricians
Assisting electricians and other team members where required
Loading, unloading and organising panels, racking, safety equipment and installation materials
Maintaining tools, equipment and vehicles
Keeping installation sites safe, organised and clean
Identifying roof defects or construction issues before commencing work
Communicating clearly with the site supervisor and electricians throughout each installation
The person we're looking for
Experience is the most important part of this role.
You should already be comfortable working around residential construction and understand how buildings and roof structures are put together.
You may currently be working, or have previously worked, as a:
Trade assistant
Roofer
Roof plumber
Carpenter
Builder's labourer
Solar panel installer
Solar trade assistant
Racking installer
Scaffolder / edge-protection installer
Construction worker with extensive roof experience
You do
not
need to be an electrician.
However, you must have enough construction knowledge and practical experience to understand what you are fixing into, why you're fixing into it, and how to complete rooftop work correctly.
Essential requirements
We are looking for someone who:
Has robust previous building, construction, roofing or solar installation experience
Is highly experienced and confident working on residential roofs
Understands basic residential construction methods
Can identify rafters, trusses, battens and structural fixing points
Is comfortable measuring and accurately setting out work
Is physically capable of regular rooftop work
Has a strong understanding of workplace safety
Is mature, reliable and able to take responsibility for their work
Has excellent attention to detail
Takes pride in neat, professional installations




Can work effectively as part of a team
Can follow plans, designs and manufacturer installation instructions
Has a current Victorian driver's licence
Can reliably travel to our job sites
Highly regarded
The following would be a major advantage:
Working Safely at Heights training
Current Working at Heights qualification
Solar panel installation experience
Solar racking installation experience
Safety rail / edge-protection installation experience
Roofing experience
Carpentry experience
Roof plumbing experience
Construction White Card
EWP or other relevant construction tickets
Experience with tile and metal roofs
Experience supervising or leading other trade assistants / roof installers
This role requires leadership
Although you'll be working alongside our accredited electricians, we want someone who can take ownership of the rooftop installation process.
You should be capable of looking at the approved solar design, assessing the roof and then confidently managing:
Measure → Set out → Safety rail → Feet → Racking → Panels → Finish
You will need to make sure the work is completed accurately and in accordance with:
Manufacturer requirements
Relevant installation standards
Evo Solar installation procedures
Workplace safety requirements
Approved system designs
We don't want someone who needs to be constantly told what to do.
We're looking for someone experienced enough to see what needs doing, communicate with the team and get the job completed properly.
Why choose Evo Solar?
Evo Solar is a locally owned solar, battery and electrical company based in Geelong and servicing Geelong, the Surf Coast, Melbourne and surrounding areas.
We focus heavily on quality workmanship and long-term customer support rather than high-volume, low-cost solar.
Our business has:
More than 15 years of solar, battery and electrical experience
Over 3,000 systems installed across Victoria
SAA-accredited solar and battery installers
Licensed and experienced electricians
A strong local reputation and more than 200 five-star Google reviews
High-quality equipment from established manufacturers
A 25-year workmanship warranty
A strong emphasis on safety, workmanship and doing the job properly
We want people in our team who take the same amount of pride in an installation that we do.
What we offer
Full time ongoing employment
Consistent work
Variety of residential solar and battery installations
Work throughout Geelong, Surf Coast and Melbourne
Modern solar and battery projects
Quality equipment and installation systems
Experienced electricians and installation team
Chance to take ownership of the rooftop installation side of our projects
Long-term opportunity within a growing local business
A workplace where experience and practical ability are genuinely valued
Remuneration will be negotiated based on experience, skills and ability.
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📌 Experienced Solar Roof Installer / Trade Assistant (Geelong)
🏢 Evo Electrical
📍 Geelong