Head of Installations
Location:
Perth, WA
Salary:
Up to $200,000 package (including super)
Type:
Full-time | Hybrid (office, home, and occasional site visits)
About the Company
A fast-growing clean energy business is building Australia's next-generation residential solar and battery platform, connecting homes into a smarter, decentralised energy network. With strong national growth and a focus on cutting-edge technology, this organisation is helping accelerate the transition to renewable power across Australia.
About the Role
As Head of Installations, you'll take ownership of all residential solar and battery installation activity across Western Australia — managing both internal and subcontracted teams to ensure every install is delivered safely, compliantly, and on schedule.
You'll oversee a growing team, refine processes, and play a key role in expanding in-house installation capability as the business scales.
This role suits a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can balance technical expertise with strong people management.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee residential solar and battery installations across WA.
- Lead and develop both in-house installation staff and subcontractor networks.
- Recruit, onboard, and manage installers to maintain high standards of quality and compliance.
- Liaise with utilities and manage grid connection approvals and documentation.
- Drive installation targets, performance metrics, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee back-office operations including scheduling, paperwork, and compliance submissions.
- Maintain responsibility for quality, safety, and compliance across all installation activities.
- 1 Operations Manager
- 5 Operations Support Agents (approvals, documentation, compliance)
- 1 Booking/Scheduling Manager
- 2-6 SAA-accredited in-house installers
- External subcontractor network
Essential
- 5-15 years' experience in residential solar or battery installation management.
- Strong understanding of Australian Standards (AS4777, AS5139, AS3000).
- Experience managing mixed teams (internal staff and subcontractors).
- Strong communication and leadership ability.
- Track record managing high-volume, fast-paced installation environments.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure.
- WA Electrical Contractor's Licence and nominee status (or eligibility).
- SAA Accreditation (Grid-Connect Design & Install).
- Experience scaling operational teams and processes.
- Familiarity with distributed energy, battery, or VPP technology.
The environment is flexible, collaborative, and people-first. You'll join a team that's passionate about delivering quality outcomes and driving Australia's clean energy transformation.
Perks & Benefits
- Hybrid work model with flexible WFH options.
- Employee discounts on solar and battery systems.
- Opportunity to shape a growing installation function in a high-growth renewable business.
- Exposure to cutting-edge distributed energy and battery technology.
- Open discussion on car/travel allowances for the right candidate.
