How to become a battery installer in 2026
How to become a battery installer in 2026 Add batteries to your electrical and solar offerings for even more business growth in 2026 and beyond.
In July 2025, the Australian government introduced the Cheaper Home Batteries program, a rebate for home battery systems. Although the rebate is being reduced from the original 30% from May 1, 2026, and will continue to decrease every six months, it has raised awareness amongst homeowners about the value of having a battery system installed.
It might be too late to capitalise on the installation rush, but it’s not too late to expand your business by adding batteries to your service offering.
With prices increasing across most cost of living expenses, adding a battery to a job is an easy way to grow your business without having to find even more customers. Becoming more of a one-stop-shop for all things solar also helps you stand out against your competition.
If you’re already an electrician and have your Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) accreditation for solar installation, adding batteries is easy.
How to become qualified to install batteries
The SAA offers a Grid Connect Battery Storage (GCBS) battery system installer accreditation, which is separate from the solar PV accreditation. This requires:
- Completion of battery system-specific installation
- Understanding of DC safety, system design, and integration
- Knowledge of different battery technologies (lithium, lead-acid, etc.) and
- Compliance with AS/NZS 4509.1 and 4509.2 standards
Grid Connect Battery Storage (GCBS)
- UEERE0060 - Design grid-connected battery storage systems
- UEERE0077 - Install battery storage equipment power conversion equipment to grid
- UEERE0078 - Install battery storage to power conversion equipment
| Accreditation Type | Unrestricted Electrical License Required | Pre-Requisites | Required Units of Competency |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCBS Design Only | - | UEERE0054 + UEERE0061 + UEERE0051/UEEEL0039 | UEERE0060 |
| GCBS Installation Only | Yes | UEERE0054 + UEEEL0012 | UEERE0077 + UEERE0078 |
| GCBS Design & Installation | Yes | UEERE0054 + UEERE0061 + UEEEL0012 + UEEEL0039 | UEERE0060 + UEERE0077 + UEERE0078 |
Training Organisations with all Units of Study
| Organisation Name | Website | UEERE0060 | UEERE0077 | UEERE0078 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AISL PTY LTD | rosehillcollege.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian Health and Science Institute Pty Ltd | ahsi.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF ELECTRO TECHNOLOGY PTY. LTD. | ausinet.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canberra Institute of Technology | cit.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chisholm Institute | chisholm.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electro Group Apprentices Limited | electrogroup.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering Education Australia Pty. Ltd. | eeaust.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Future Skills Australia (Aust) Pty Ltd | futureskills.asn.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gippsland Institute of Technical and Further Education | tafegippsland.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Greenrange Pty Ltd | greenrange.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Holmesglen Institute | holmesglen.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| National Electrical and Communications Association | neca.asn.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RMIT University | rmit.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SLF Group Pty Ltd | smartsolartraining.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Energy Industries Association Limited | smartenergy.org.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| State Training Services NSW | training.nsw.gov.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TAFE NSW | tafensw.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TAFE Queensland | tafeqld.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TAFE SA | tafesa.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Engineering Institute of Technology Pty. Ltd. | eit.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| University of Tasmania | utas.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Volt Edge Pty Ltd | voltedge.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Western Sydney Institute (TAFE NSW) | tafensw.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| William Light Institute Pty Ltd | wle.edu.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
You will of course need insurance, your electrical license, and DNSP notification.
Some states have additional requirements.
| State | Key requirement |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | • Electrical license + SAA accreditation • AS/NZS compliance mandatory |
| Victoria | • Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) registration required • No additional endorsement beyond standard license |
| Queensland | • Minor works notification to Electrical Safety Office • Design responsibilities vary by system size |
| South Australia | • SA Power Networks notification |
| Western Australia | • EIA (Electrical Installation Audit) requirements |
| Tasmania | • Electrical Safety Officer (ESO) registration |
| Australian Capital Territory | • ACT: No special state endorsement |
| Northern Territory | • NT: Minimal specific requirements |
If you’re not currently a solar installer or electrician, many training providers bundle all of these together to get your career off to a great start.
How to market yourself as a battery installer
Once you’re accredited, it’s time to start booking jobs. Adding a new service to an existing business means you’ll need to update your website, social media, and any listing like Google Maps or three quotes services.
We have a guide on marketing your business here.
With Pylon’s CRM, it’s easy to reach back out to your previous customers to update them on your new battery offering and retrofit the job. You’ll also be able to target new customers who have panels but no battery and upgrade them with an off-grid offering. Depending on your location, you can even consider expanding into regional or rural markets.
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