Installer recruiter - renewable energy (northern rivers) (byron bay)

Overview

Smart Energy is one of Australia's largest home electrification businesses, helping households transition to solar, battery storage, and smarter energy solutions. Founded in Byron Bay, we are on a mission to make clean energy accessible and affordable for Australians. We are looking for a driven Installer Recruiter to help us secure the best solar and battery installers across Australia.

The Opportunity

The Installer Recruiter plays a critical role in ensuring Smart Energy always has the right number of CEC accredited installers in the right territories to support our growing installation demand. You will focus on proactively sourcing, engaging, and securing high-quality solar and battery installers nationwide, ensuring we stay ahead of install demand and maintain strong installation capacity across the country.

This role is on-site Monday – Friday at our vibrant Byron Bay HQ (industrial estate) and will commence as a casual position with full-time hours and uncapped commission. Please only apply if you reside in the Northern Rivers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Proactively source qualified solar and battery installers across priority territories nationwide
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of installation talent
• Network within industry groups, trade communities, and referral channels
• Negotiate installer rates and engagement terms in line with budgets
• Maintain accurate pipeline tracking, reporting, and onboarding updates
• Work closely with the Installations Manager to identify territory gaps
• Provide clear updates on capacity coverage and hiring progress
• Strengthen installer relationships to support long-term retention

About You

• 1–2+ years experience in Recruitment or Sales
• Experience recruiting within trades or technical industries
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple territories simultaneously
• Robust communicator comfortable engaging with tradies and contractors
• Confident negotiating rates or commercial terms
• Proactive and comfortable working towards clear hiring targets
• Experience with Google Sheets/Docs

Key Traits For Success

• Target driven and motivated by outcomes
• Strong headhunting mindset
• Confident picking up the phone and building relationships quickly
• Understands how recruitment impacts operations and revenue
• Resilient, proactive and solutions focused

Why Join Smart Energy

Join one of Australia's fastest growing renewable energy companies. Work directly with national operations and installation teams. Play a key role in scaling Australia's solar workforce. Byron Bay HQ culture – work hard, have fun, make an impact.