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Solar and Battery Installation Manager


Company : Bendigo Advertiser


Location : Newcastle, New South Wales


Created : 2026-01-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Solar and Battery Installation ManagerLocation: Newcastle / Central Coast NSW | Employment: Full-time | Salary: $100,000 $120,000 + Super + Performance IncentivesAbout Solana EnergySolana Energy is a growing solar, battery, and EV charging company operating across Newcastle and the Central Coast. We run structured install teams, established systems, and are focused on quality delivery and sustainable growth. We are now looking for an Installation Manager to take ownership of our installation operations as we increase capacity through 2026.The RoleThis is an operationsfirst leadership role. The Installation Manager owns the daytoday delivery of installs and ensures weekly completion targets are hit safely, efficiently, and to standard. You will work closely with our operations and admin team to ensure installs flow smoothly from scheduling through to completion, with minimal escalation. This is not a 50/50 tools role. Time on the tools is intentional and supportbased, focused on training, quality control, and complex jobs only.Key ResponsibilitiesSchedule installation teams weeks in advanceEnsure weekly installation completion targets are achievedAudit installs pre and post installationMaintain CRM accuracy and job data integrityManage rebooking, rescheduling, and defect resolutionsOversee communication with retailers and customersManage materials, stock levels, tools, and vehiclesEnsure WHS, SWMS, and toolbox talks are adhered toConduct installer performance reviewsImplement training and onboarding plansDrive team morale, retention, and cultureSupport recruitment of installers and apprenticesTrain and mentor installersConduct quality control and workmanship auditsAttend complex or highrisk installs when requiredStep in to support teams when standards or timelines are at riskWhat This Role IsOwnership of installation deliveryLeadership over people, systems, and outcomesA longterm role in a scaling businessBuilt for someone who wants responsibility and authorityAbout YouLicensed electrician with strong experience in Solar PV, Battery storage and EV chargersExperience leading install teamsComfortable with systems, audits, scheduling, and accountabilityStrong communicator with installers, office staff, and customersTakes pride in quality, structure, and consistencyPay & Benefits$100,000 $120,000 + SuperPerformancebased incentive bonusStructured SOPs, systems, and support already in placeOpportunity to grow into senior operations leadership as the business expands#J-18808-Ljbffr