Solar Installer

Location: Tahunanui, Nelson

Employment type: Full-time, Permanent

Solar is the Future. Your Career Can Be Too.

At Lightforce Solar, we're helping thousands of Kiwis take control of their energy costs while building a more sustainable future. As one of New Zealand's fastest-growing solar companies, we're proud to deliver residential and commercial solar solutions across the country.

We're also proud partners of the All Blacks, working with the same values of teamwork, performance, and continual improvement. With 11 installation hubs nationwide, we're growing fast and we're looking for motivated people to join our installation teams.

You don't need solar experience to get started. We'll provide full on-the-job training. What matters most is your attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

About You

• Hold a Full NZ Driver Licence
• Current work rights in NZ preferred
• Have your own basic tools, or be willing to purchase them
• Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and spending time on rooftops
• Enjoy practical, hands-on work
• Like working outdoors
• Show up on time and work hard
• Don't take the piss out of Health and Safety
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Work well in a team
• Take pride in delivering quality workmanship

Experience in any of the following is a bonus:

• Construction
• Roofing
• Building
• Scaffolding
• Farming
• Labouring
• Landscaping
• Electrical trades
• Any other physically demanding, practical work

Solar experience is not required (but is a bonus)

About the Role

This is a hands-on role working alongside experienced installers and electricians on residential and commercial solar projects.

You'll spend your days working outdoors, on rooftops, and as part of a team delivering high-quality solar installations across New Zealand.

Whether you're coming from construction, roofing, farming, scaffolding, landscaping, labouring, or another practical trade, this could be the opportunity that sets you up for a long-term career in a rapidly growing industry.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with the installation of solar panels, mounting systems, and cabling
• Work on residential and commercial projects
• Load, transport, organise, and prepare installation materials
• Support electricians and installers during project delivery
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and safety
• Complete installation documentation and job records
• Participate in toolbox talks and health & safety initiatives
• Contribute to a positive team environment
• Assist with warehouse and operational support when required

This role may require occasional travel and overnight stays, but we try to keep this minimal.

Why Lightforce?

You don’t know anything about the solar industry? That’s ok! Let us tell you the benefits of working with us:

Learn a Skillset That's in Demand: Solar is one of the fastest-growing industries in New Zealand and around the world.The skills you learn here are highly transferable and can open doors throughout the construction, electrical, roofing, and renewable energy sectors.Having solar installation experience on your CV sets you apart from the rest.

Build a Career, Not Just Get a Job: Many people see this role as a starting point.Depending on your goals, progression pathways can include:

• Senior Installer
• Lead Installer
• Electrical Apprenticeship
• Qualified Electrician
• Project Management
• Solar Sales

If you're prepared to put the work in, there are genuine opportunities to grow.

Nationwide Opportunities: With 11 hubs across New Zealand, Lightforce offers opportunities throughout the country.If life takes you somewhere else down the track, there may be opportunities to continue your career with us in another region.

Strong Pipeline. Reliable Work: We're investing heavily in our future and have a significant pipeline of residential and commercial work ahead. If you’re worried about running out of work, then solar is the perfect industry for you.We're building a team for the long term and value people who want to grow with us.

Great Team Culture Installation teams spend a lot of time together, and strong crews matter.Whether it's tackling a challenging commercial project, helping each other out on a tough install, or celebrating a job well done, we're proud of the culture we've built across Lightforce.Each of our hubs runs team activities, including:

• Fortnightly pizza and beers
• Social Club events and activities
• Occasional BBQs in the warehouse
• Friendly competition between crews and hubs