Field Operations Engineer

<p>GameChange Energy is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic companies in the utility-scale solar industry, delivering top-quality racking and tracker systems engineered for maximum energy yield, fast installation, and industry-leading cost efficiency. Backed by GameChange Energy's global family of companies — spanning solar trackers, fixed-tilt racking, transformers, eBOS solutions, and robotic inspection technology — GameChange supports clean energy projects worldwide, with a regional Training &amp; Service centre based in Newcastle, Australia and regional office in Sydney.</p><p>As Australia's utility-scale solar pipeline continues to expand, we are looking for a Field Operation Engineer to support the construction, commissioning, and quality assurance of GameChange PV racking and tracker systems on customer project sites across Australia and New Zealand</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>The Field Operation Engineer will provide hands-on technical, logistics, quality, and safety support across GameChange's utility-scale solar installations in Australia. This is a field-based role covering multiple active project sites, requiring mechanical and electrical aptitude, strong customer-facing skills, and the ability to work independently in an outdoor construction environment. The role offers genuine scope for upward mobility as GameChange's Australian operations continue to grow.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform and oversee construction, installation, logistics and commissioning-related tasks on GameChange PV racking and tracker systems at customer project sites.</li><li>Deliver on-site installation training and inspection for customer construction teams during each phase of the installation process, demonstrating correct means and methods rather than relying on the Install Manual alone.</li><li>Carry out pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for GameChange installations, ensuring systems meet performance and quality specifications.</li><li>Manage material, tools, inventory to keep field operations running smoothly.</li><li>Complete all field reporting in line with GameChange protocols, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and daily/weekly site updates.</li><li>Act as the GameChange Safety Lead, Quality Lead, and Productivity Lead for turn-key installation and site works on assigned projects.</li><li>Apply continuous improvement principles to installation processes, driving efficiency gains and cost reduction across site operations.</li><li>Work closely with installation contractors and EPC teams to improve installation quality, safety compliance, documentation, and installation velocity.</li><li>Lead root cause analysis for late deliveries, installation deficiencies, or product non-conformances, and coordinate corrective actions with the Engineering and Quality teams.</li><li>Maintain regular interface with customers, EPCs, and vendors to meet and exceed project expectations.</li><li>Travel between project sites and undertake key customer visits as required across the Australian portfolio.</li><li>Support other special projects and duties as assigned by the Field Operations Manager.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills, Experience &amp; Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years' experience of leading or coordinating construction/installation works on utility-scale solar projects sites in Australia.</li><li>Strong leadership, problem-solving, customer service, and critical-thinking skills.</li><li>High level of integrity, with a strong emphasis on making and meeting commitments.</li><li>High sense of urgency, with the ability to prioritize and delegate to meet project deadlines.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing for internal and customer audiences.</li><li>Working understanding of construction contracts and contract administration.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and installation manuals.</li><li>Competent with Microsoft Office applications; exposure to CAD or other 3D design software is an advantage.</li><li>Comfortable using basic hand and power tools in an outdoor construction environment.</li><li>Current, valid Australian driver's licence, with willingness to travel regularly between sites.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Candidate working in similar profile and versed with Solar PV Structure installation.</li><li>Electronics experience, particularly wireless communications systems used in tracker controls.</li><li>Nationally recognised construction induction card (White Card).</li><li>Working at Heights and/or Elevated Work Platform (EWP) tickets.</li><li>Familiarity with Australian WHS legislation and site safety management systems.</li><li>Trade or engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, or civil) or equivalent practical experience.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>The opportunity to work on some of largest utility-scale solar projects in Australia and New Zealand with a global leader in solar racking and tracking technology.</li><li>Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.</li><li>Medical insurance, superannuation, tuition allowance.</li><li>Genuine career progression as GameChange's Australian and New Zealand operations scale further.</li><li>Ongoing technical training and support from GameChange's global Engineering and Technical Services teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement</strong></p><ul><li>GameChange Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, or background.</li></ul><p><br></p>