We are currently offering a rare entry-level opportunity for a motivated Trades Assistant to join our team for the 2026 season.
This is a hands-on role perfect for someone looking to build a career in the rural renewables and water infrastructure industry.
Q Energy/ Q Water is a family-owned and operated business based in Mount Isa.
We are a premier provider of essential power and water services to cattle stations and rural communities across North West Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Solar Power Systems: Installation and maintenance of off-grid solar arrays.
Pumping Solutions: Servicing solar and mains-powered pumping units.
Power Generation: Working with petrol, diesel, and inverter generators.
Water Infrastructure: Water reticulation, tank installations, and trough setups.
Physically Fit & Reliable: You are capable of manual labor in regional conditions.
Work Away: You are happy to travel and live on-site at various stations on a regular basis.
Professionalism: You are a non-smoker with a strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.
Background: 2025 School/Border Graduates or individuals with a rural background looking for an entry point into the industry are highly encouraged to apply.
Comprehensive on-the-job training in a high-demand sector.
The chance to see the outback while working with a supportive, family-oriented team.
Low-cost company housing in Mount Isa is available for the successful candidate.
Apply now with your resume or cover letter detailing your experience and credentials. Only applicants with the above essential criteria will be considered.
Employer Questions to include with your application:
1. Do you have the right to work in Australia?
2. Do you have a valid Queensland Drivers Licence?
Q Energy Solutions is an Australian owned company with manufacturing and operating facilities in Gympie and Mount Isa, servicing Cattle Stations and Remote Communities throughout Central and Northern Australia.
Specialising in isolated Power Generation for Electrical Reticulation and Water Pumping. Our company has over 25 years of experience with Solar Power, Diesel Generation, Energy Storage and Pumping.
The company has grown since its establishment in 2007 to cover all facets of renewable energy, electrical, solar pumping, generators, and energy storage as well as the design and development of our Power3 remote power solution suitable for Utilities, Cattle Stations, Commercial and Domestic operations.
At Q Energy Solutions, we pride ourselves on our proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget and to the highest standard of workmanship whilst maintaining strict Health and Safety Compliance and Quality Assurance for our customers. Electrical Contractor Licence # 82742
