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Maintenance ElectricianField Service Engineer (BESS)

Red Appointments

Trades & Services / Maintenance & Handyperson Services

Posted 11/03/2026
Closed 25/03/2026

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Yorke Peninsula & Clare Valley, Clare, South Australia

Full time

Not specified
About the Company

RED Appointments provides a broad range of workforce recruitment services. Our clients include some of Australia's most respected companies, and we offer our employees genuine long-term opportunities on premium projects. We're passionate about equal opportunity and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.

About the Role

Support the operation and maintenance of large‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems across South Australia. This hands‑on role suits an experienced Electrician or Field Service Engineer who enjoys technical problem‑solving, site work, and working with cutting‑edge renewable energy technology.

You'll be responsible for the safe, reliable operation and optimisation of advanced BESS infrastructure. The role includes planned and reactive maintenance, commissioning support, fault‑finding, reporting, and on‑site customer interaction. Expect a mix of field service work, system monitoring, and technical documentation.


What You'll Be Doing
Maintain switchgear, transformers, BMS, HVAC, inverters, and associated systems

Perform planned and unplanned BESS maintenance

Fault‑find across LV/MV AC and DC systems

Support commissioning of new energy storage assets

Monitor system performance using advanced software tools

Respond to alarms and complete emergency repairs

Prepare detailed service reports and maintain compliance documentation

Act as a technical advisor during customer or contractor meetings

Follow site safety and isolation procedures

What's on Offer

-Up to $170,000 earning potential
-56‑hour week (MonFri 10 hrs, Sat 6 hrs)
-Permanent full‑time role
-5 weeks of annual leave
-Work on industry‑leading renewable energy infrastructure
-Secure, high‑tech operational sites
-Uniforms, PPE, training, and ongoing support provided
-Fortnightly pay cycle
-On site training provided

What You'll Need

-Electrical Trade qualification A‑Grade SA Electrical Licence (unrestricted)
-24 years' experience in BESS, renewable energy, or industrial electrical systems
-Strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, inverters, EMS, PLCs, industrial networks, PV systems, protection relays, VFDs, HVAC, fire systems, AS/NZS 3000
-HV switching experience (desirable)
-White Card
-LVR/CPR (within 12 months)
-SA driver's licence
-Ability to pass pre-employment medical + drug/alcohol screening
-National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
-Willingness to travel as required

How to Apply
Click Apply Now and upload your resume in MS Word format.
For a confidential chat, contact Ange 0402 323 338

Applicants must have full Australian work rights PR or Citizen. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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