Solar Development Consultant

We are seeking a motivated and professional Solar Development Consultant to join our growing team in Canterbury, working closely with the rural and farming community to deliver tailored solar energy solutions. This role is focused on building strong relationships with farmers and rural businesses, identifying opportunities for solar adoption, and guiding clients through the development and sales process from initial consultation through to project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a genuine interest in helping customers reduce energy costs and improve sustainability outcomes. Experience in the solar industry is highly valued, while knowledge of the rural and farming sector will be a strong advantage. You will be comfortable working independently, travelling throughout the Canterbury region, and engaging confidently with a wide range of farmers.

Key responsibilities include generating new business opportunities, conducting on-site consultations and maintaining long-term customer relationships. A practical understanding of farming operations, energy usage, and rural customer needs will help you succeed in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing industry and make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector through renewable energy solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Understanding NZ farming practice and being able to communicate with dairy farmers
• Contacting potential customers in Canterbury region and conduct site visits
• Obtaining electricity usage data from the customers and feed back to the inhouse project managers for analysis
• Communicating with customers and the inhouse solar project managers for design plans and proposals
• Presentations to potential customers at various seminars and open days
• Answering queries from potential customers regarding pricing, warranty, contract, consents, construction and etc
• Liaising with customers and solar project managers to confirm proposal and signing service agreements
• Liaising with colleagues and contractors on site information, site visit, GPS mapping, material storage/distribution and etc
• Assisting with accounts in following up customer payment instalments
• Other responsibilities instructed by the Managing Director