Full-Time
Entry Level Solar Sales Representative
Smart Energy Group
51-200 employees
Vertical solar technology company installing systems
Compensation Overview
A$4k - A$6k/wk
Brisbane QLD, Australia
In Person
Monday to Friday availability required, with a minimum of 25 hours per week. Paid accommodation and away trips may be offered for FIFO-style travel.
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- Full Monday to Friday availability is required for five days per week, with a minimum of 25 hours.
- Candidates should be open to working as Working Holiday Makers.
- No sales experience is necessary; candidates should bring drive and a positive, proactive attitude.
- Candidates should be able to work autonomously, communicate effectively, and maintain a positive approach in the face of rejection.
- Customer service, hospitality, retail, or previous sales experience is relevant to the role.
- Engage with homeowners about the benefits of solar energy.
- Schedule free consultations with Solar and Battery Specialists without hard selling.
- Collaborate with the team to achieve personal and collective goals.
- Learn and develop sales techniques and customer engagement strategies.
Smart Energy Group focuses on delivering rooftop solar solutions across Australia. It installs solar energy systems on homes and businesses, using Clean Energy Council accredited installers and Tier 1 products to turn sunlight into electricity and lower energy costs. The company is vertically integrated, meaning it handles multiple stages of the process in-house, and operates with a nationwide footprint to serve many regions. Compared with competitors, Smart Energy emphasizes a high-installation cadence (over 100 installations per week), a wide office network, and a commitment to environmental sustainability and affordability as a core mission. Its explicit goal is to help Australia realise its full solar potential by reducing electricity costs for households and businesses while improving the nation’s green credentials.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Byron Bay, Australia
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Australia's rooftop solar adoption keeps expanding, supporting Smart Energy's install pipeline.
- Rinnai's capital and cross-selling can accelerate battery and heat-pump attachments.
- Smart Energy's national offices improve lead capture beyond Byron Bay headquarters.
What critics are saying
- Rinnai now owns Smart Energy; founder independence disappeared after August 2024.
- Installer margins face fierce pressure from AGL, Origin, and crowded residential solar rivals.
- Any quality scandal or regulator action would damage Rinnai's broader appliance brand.
What makes Smart Energy Group unique
- Rinnai bought Smart Energy on 1 August 2024, validating its distribution engine.
- Smart Energy claims 200-plus staff and 100 weekly installations across Australia.
- Founded in 2016, it bundles solar panels, batteries, and heat pumps.
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