Job description
Queensland is one of the biggest solar markets in the country, and Brisbane is buzzing. Spend your days meeting locals, your weekends on the Sunny Coast or Gold Coast, and build a high-earning career while you're at it.
Whether you're a Brisbane local or here on a Working Holiday Visa (UK, Europe, North America and beyond), we want YOU on our team.
$30 - $40 an hour
Why You'll Love This Job
- Zero Experience Needed: Positive attitude and love a chat? We'll teach you everything else.
- Serious Earning Potential: Clear pathways to $2,000+ per week.
- Epic Perks & Vibe: Paid interstate travel opportunities, weekly team bar tabs and monthly awards nights.
- Sponsorship Opportunities: Our top 8 team members have already been sponsored for Australian Permanent Residency!
The Role: Entry Level Solar Rep
You'll be the face of our brand in Brisbane, chatting with homeowners about solar solutions that save them up to $5,000 a year, and setting up appointments.
- Explain the solution
- Answer simple questions
- Book the appointment for our specialists. NO HARD SELLING REQUIRED!
We Guarantee Your Hours & Pay
25-35 guaranteed hours per week with a solid hourly base rate PLUS industry-leading bonuses:
- Entry Level Solar Rep: $900+ / week
- Solar Trainer: $1,000+ / week
- Solar Team Leader: $1,200+ / week
- Solar Sales Consultant: $2,000+ / week
(Backgrounds in hospitality, retail, trades or customer service will shine here!)
Interviews Are Open Now!
We're hiring a big group of fun, outgoing people to start immediately!
Pay & benefits
About this role
About Smart Energy
Company Overview
Smart Energy Group Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of Rinnai Australia since August 2024 (source: rinnai.com)
HeadquartersByron Bay, New South Wales, Australia
Founded2016
SizeApproximately 300 employees across more than 15 locations in Australia (source: linkedin.com)
What They Do
Smart Energy specializes in residential solar systems, battery storage, and broader home electrification solutions, focusing on practical, affordable home energy products rather than abstract renewable energy concepts (source: smartenergy.co). Their core offerings include photovoltaic solar panels, battery storage systems, and complementary products such as hot water heat pumps, EV chargers, and air conditioners, targeting homeowners seeking to reduce power bills and increase energy independence (source: rinnai.com). The company operates a high-volume installation model, averaging over 100 residential installations weekly, supported by financing-friendly plans like the "Smart Savings Plan" that enable customers to pay through bill savings over time (source: linkedin.com). With a vertically integrated approach, Smart Energy combines sales, installation, and customer service across multiple Australian cities, positioning itself as a fast-growing national home-energy retailer and installer (source: theceomagazine.com).
Projects & Track Record
Smart Energy’s track record is characterized by its scale of residential and small business installations rather than large utility-scale projects, reflecting its focus on home energy solutions (source: linkedin.com). The company consistently averages more than 100 installations per week, demonstrating a robust national rollout capability (source: smartcompany.com.au). Its geographic footprint has expanded from its Byron Bay origins to include major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart, Wollongong, and Newcastle, with over 15 locations nationwide (source: linkedin.com). Additionally, the company has indicated ambitions beyond Australia with a corporate presence in Austin, Texas, reflecting international growth aspirations (source: linkedin.com).
Recent Developments
In August 2024, Smart Energy was acquired by Rinnai Australia, marking a strategic expansion for Rinnai into photovoltaic and battery storage markets (source: rinnai.com). This acquisition positioned Smart Energy as a key operating business within Rinnai’s corporate structure, supporting continued growth and enhanced product quality (source: linkedin.com). Prior to acquisition, Smart Energy had rapidly grown to approximately 300 employees and operated more than 15 offices across Australia, reflecting its status as one of the country’s largest residential renewables companies (source: linkedin.com). Earlier milestones include surpassing A$48 million in annual revenue and expanding staff beyond 200, highlighting sustained growth in the residential solar sector (source: finance.yahoo.com).
Working There
Smart Energy offers a variety of roles across residential solar sales, operations, installations, customer service, energy retail, and commercial solar support, reflecting its vertically integrated business model and high installation volume (source: linkedin.com). The company maintains offices in Byron Bay and multiple Australian cities including Newcastle, Sydney, Hobart, Adelaide, Wollongong, Melbourne, and Brisbane, with potential corporate roles linked to its parent company Rinnai (source: linkedin.com). Workplace reviews describe a fast-paced sales and installation environment, with roles supporting lead generation, project coordination, fieldwork, and after-sales service, indicative of a dynamic and growth-oriented culture (source: indeed.com). The company’s customer-facing model emphasizes affordable home energy solutions and local installer networks, fostering a culture focused on service quality and customer satisfaction (source: solarquotes.com.au).
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