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

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

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 strong 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 solid 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

Opportunity 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