Solar Farm Trade Assistant

Solar General Labourer – Waikato Region Tradestaff Hamilton is seeking reliable, hard-working Solar Trade Assistant Labourers to join New Zealand’s largest commercial solar farm project based in the mighty Waikato. This long-term project is underway now and runs through to April 2026, so we’re looking for people who can commit and turn up every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting with solar panel installation
• Pulling and laying cable
• Manual handling and lifting
• General site clean-up and labouring duties

Pay Rate

• $28 per hour

Site Locations (Approximate travel times):

• 20 mins from Morrinsville
• 24 mins from Te Aroha
• 49 mins from Hamilton
• 51 mins from Thames
• 53 mins from Huntly
• 44 mins from Cambridge

What You’ll Need

• Valid Photo ID (no exceptions)
• CV and 2 recent work references confirming your work history, reliability, and attitude
• Reliable transport and at least a Restricted driver’s licence
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, with ongoing random testing

What We Provide

• All required PPE
• A supportive, team-focused environment

Benefits

• Ongoing work through to April 2026 for the right applicants
• Valuable experience on a major solar project
• Competitive pay rates

Apply Now Only applicants who provide the requested information will be considered.