Solar and Battery Commissioning Electrician
Perth
We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.
And we want you to be part of it.
You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.
But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.
Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.
We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.
We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.
This is where you come in.
Role Description:
The DER Retailer Engagement Advisor role is a 12 month fixed term opportunity in our Future Energy Team based at our Central Park offices in Perth.
The DER Retailer Engagement Advisor will be critical to embedding quality industry interactions through our internal teams, business partners and Western Australia solar industry stakeholders to enable a smooth process and successful commissioning of dynamic solar connections. You will provide an industry perspective and feedback to ensure guidance is practical, actionable, and fit for real world application. Providing technical and operational coaching expertise, knowledge transfer and problem resolution guidance in conjunction with process improvement and product contribution.
Job responsibilities:
- Lead and support project technology processes, including evaluating current solutions and recommending improvements
- Work with platform teams to support pilot onboarding and DER delivery into Synergy platforms and VPP capability
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and partners
- Provide technical advice and intermediate support for DER products, asset commissioning, and software applications
What you will bring:
- Recent inverter installation experience (within the last 2 years) in either residential or commercial solar/battery systems.
- Have experience completing electrical contracting work
- Experience with quality and compliance practices
- Experience in frontline roles communicating with a diverse customer group within a project delivery setting
So, what's it like working for Synergy?
As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.
At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.
Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous paid parental leave
- Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
- Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
- Learning and development opportunities
More details can be found here
At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.
Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.
Applications close Monday the 16th of March 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
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Need some help?
Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au