How Does Renewable Energy Affect ASP Careers?

The energy industry in New South Wales is changing fast. With more solar, wind and battery storage projects being built than ever before, there’s one question many electrical workers are asking: how does renewable energy affect ASP careers? Is this shift a threat — or an opportunity?

For ASP Level 2 electricians, the answer is clear. Renewables are not replacing traditional ASP work. They’re expanding it. Every solar farm, battery connection and EV charging site needs safe, compliant access to the existing grid. That means more connections, more infrastructure, and more demand for authorised, trained ASPs.

In this article, we’ll look at what’s changing in the industry, where the demand is growing, and how ASP training continues to play a key role in future energy projects.

Renewable projects rely on the distribution network

No matter where energy is generated — a rooftop solar system, a utility-scale battery, or a regional wind farm — it still needs to connect to the distribution network. That connection requires accredited workers with the correct authorisation. For Level 2 ASPs, that often means:

Installing and upgrading overhead and underground service lines

• Disconnecting and reconnecting services
• Installing metering equipment and protective devices
• Ensuring new sites meet all compliance and safety requirements

As renewable energy sites increase, so does the demand for skilled workers who can connect those systems to the grid safely. Level 2 ASPs are critical to making this happen.

There’s increasing work in regional NSW

Many renewable energy projects are located in regional parts of NSW — areas covered by Essential Energy and other network providers. These locations often have limited existing infrastructure and require significant upgrades or new connections before solar, wind or battery systems can operate.

This has created new opportunities for ASP businesses and workers who are willing to travel or operate in areas where workforce shortages exist. For those with current authorisation and up-to-date Level 2 training, the demand is there.

EV charging and battery systems drive local demand

It’s not just large-scale renewable farms creating work for ASPs. The rollout of EV charging stations and battery storage systems across suburban and metro areas is also driving demand for qualified workers.

Many of these sites require metering upgrades, new underground connections, and capacity checks. All of these fall within the scope of Level 2 ASP work. As public infrastructure and commercial sites continue to upgrade for clean energy use, ASPs continue to play a key role.

Training remains essential

If you want to work on renewable-related sites as a Level 2 electrician, your authorisation must be current — and that means keeping your training and documentation up to date. That includes refresher training, LVR/CPR, and any additional units required by the network provider you’re working under.

At IAC Safety Services, we deliver training aligned with the future of the industry. Our NSW-recognised ASP Level 2 courses meet the standards required for work on emerging energy infrastructure.

The future is expanding, not shrinking

Renewables aren’t replacing ASP careers — they’re reshaping and expanding them. As NSW continues its transition to clean energy, Level 2 electricians remain essential. For planning, connecting and maintaining the systems that power homes, businesses and public infrastructure.

Now is the time to ensure your skills and qualifications are aligned with the needs of tomorrow’s energy projects.

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