Solar is one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing industries, and Cyclone Solar is building a nationwide solar business backed by the strength and experience of Cyclone Computers.
We’re looking for a qualified Solar Electrician to join our Christchurch-based team and help deliver high-quality solar PV and battery installations for schools and commercial customers.
This is an opportunity to join a growing business where you can help shape how we work, take ownership of installations and develop your career in renewable energy.
About Cyclone Solar
Cyclone Solar is a division of Cyclone Computers Co Ltd, a well-established New Zealand business founded in 1994 with more than 200 staff nationwide.
Building on Cyclone Computers’ long-standing relationships across the education and commercial sectors, Cyclone Solar provides high-quality, responsibly sourced solar PV solutions to schools and commercial organisations.
We’re building a practical, professional team that takes pride in doing things properly, from initial design and grid approval through to installation, commissioning and customer handover.
The role
You’ll work closely with our Solar Design and Install Coordinator, installers, subcontractors, suppliers and customers to deliver safe, compliant and high-quality solar projects.
Your work will include:
Installing school, commercial and some residential solar PV systems
Installing and commissioning battery storage systems
Installing inverters, switchgear, monitoring equipment and associated electrical components
Completing switchboard upgrades and electrical connection work
Completing electrical certification and supporting inspection requirements
Assisting with site assessments and confirming that proposed designs are practical and installation-ready
Working with the project coordinator to identify material, design or site issues before they delay an installation
Maintaining excellent workmanship, site presentation and customer communication
Ensuring installations comply with New Zealand electrical, safety and quality requirements
Cyclone Solar’s delivery process includes site assessments, final design confirmation, installation scheduling, procurement, grid and metering applications, electrical compliance, inspections and customer handover.
Who we’re looking for
You’ll ideally be:
A New Zealand Registered Electrician with a current practising licence and a Mains Parallel Generation Systems endorsement.
Experienced in commercial or residential electrical installation work
Practical, technically capable and comfortable solving problems on site
Someone who takes genuine pride in the quality of their workmanship
Safety-conscious and committed to following good installation practices
Comfortable working outdoors and at heights
Able to work independently while also contributing to a close-knit team
Organised, reliable and able to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues
Willing to travel when projects require it
The holder of a full New Zealand driver licence
Legally entitled to work in New Zealand
If you’re a capable electrician with the right attitude and an interest in renewable energy, we’ll support you in developing your solar and battery expertise.
What you’ll get
Competitive remuneration based on your skills and experience
Company vehicle
Tools provided or a tool allowance
Laptop and medical insurance
Training in solar PV, battery, inverter and monitoring technologies
Exposure to commercial and education-sector solar projects
A varied role with the opportunity to work on projects of different sizes
The backing and resources of an established nationwide New Zealand business
The opportunity to help build Cyclone Solar from an early stage
Genuine scope to take on greater technical or operational responsibility as the business grows
Why join Cyclone Solar?
This isn’t just another standard electrical role.
You’ll be joining a developing solar business with an established customer base, strong education and commercial relationships, and a clear focus on delivering quality solar projects.
You’ll have the opportunity to build specialist renewable-energy skills, contribute ideas and help establish the systems and standards that will underpin Cyclone Solar’s future growth.
Interested?
If you’re a qualified electrician who takes pride in your work and wants to build a future in solar and battery technology, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your electrical experience and why you’re interested in joining Cyclone Solar.