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A Solar Installer installs solar panels on residential, commercial and industrial buildings. You’ll usually install solar systems on roofs, but you may also install them on other structures when required. Solar Installers may assemble new solar system parts or perform maintenance on existing systems. You’ll make sure all safety and compliance issues are adhered to.
Solar Installers should have good technical skills and be comfortable working at heights. You’ll spend large amounts of time outdoors and may work as part of an installation team. Solar Installers should be safety focused and be able to communicate well with clients. It’s important you can follow correct procedures during your work.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Solar Installer.
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Get started in the Australian solar industry with the 22515VIC Course in Working Safely in the Solar Industry. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to install solar PV panels and associated hardware. The course also covers: working safely at heights, construction industry white card, following safety procedures, first aid, solar industry safety, identifying and reporting asbestos. Enquire now for entry requirements, solar industry career outcomes, and the latest course opening dates..
Average duration: 1 day.
In Australia, a full time Solar Installer generally earns $1,000 per week ($52,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 11,200 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Solar Installer. Solar Installers may find work in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Solar Installer, consider enrolling in a Course in Working Safely in the Solar Industry. This course will give you the skills to install solar PV panels and associated hardware. You’ll cover a range of topics including working safely at heights, construction industry white card, following safety procedures, first aid, solar industry safety and identifying and reporting asbestos.
We’ll find nearby campuses and check if you’re eligible for funding in your state.
Here are some potential career pathways within renewable energy. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Renewable Energy
Apprentice Engineer
$960 weekly pay
Engineering Tradesperson
Renewable Energy Tradesperson
$1,150 weekly pay
Solar Installer
$1,000 weekly pay
Renewable Energy Technician
$1,540 weekly pay
Environmental Engineer
$1,730 weekly pay
Photovoltaic Engineer
$2,150 weekly pay
Renewable Energy Engineer
Research Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
Wind Turbine Engineer
Learn more about Solar Installer courses in your area.