Wind Turbine Technician

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Our reputable client is currently expanding their range of services to the wind energy sector including turbine monitoring, maintenance and servicing, asset and financial management services and bespoke software monitoring tools developed in-house via a sister company.

Successful candidates with 2 years experience of carrying out O&M or MCI work on WTGs will be offered the role of Wind Turbine Engineer, with a pay range from £(phone number removed) per year.

However, we are happy to consider engineers from alternative backgrounds, eg mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, who are keen to transition into a renewable energy role.

The Person:

• Self -motivated, confident, and driven to succeed, highly organised with the ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Keen eye for detail and excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to represent the Company to the highest standards.

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrable work experience in an adjacent engineering field - eg electrical, mechanical, renewable energy

Strong technical aptitude (focus on electrical knowledge) with solid problem-solving skills

• Ability to perform effectively within a team, strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexible working approach (comfortable working on-call including some weekends)
• Ability to read and work from plans, schematics, and spec sheets.
• Ability to write, understand and adhere to WTSR, RAMS and AWP s
• Already based in Scotland, willing to travel to NI as and when required.
• Full UK Driving license.

Desirable Criteria:

• 2 Years experience working on Wind Turbines
• WTSR qualification
• Relatable qualifications in mechanical/electrical disciplines
• GWO suite - WAH/First Aid/Hub Rescue/Manual Handling/Fire awareness
• Good level of IT skill including Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Main duties and responsibility:

• Preventative and corrective maintenance of Wind Turbines to the highest standards
• Identifying, troubleshooting and resolution of faults
• Participate in main component replacement/repair (gearboxes, generators, etc.)
• Make a significant contribution in our Re-powering projects (refurb and build)
• Communicate with control centre personnel regularly and effectively.
• Ensure all relevant documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure PPE, tools and Vehicles are maintained to highest standards.

Benefits:

• On call and overtime rates
• 29 days leave, increasing to 34 with service (inclusive of public holidays)
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave & pay, Life assurance 4 x salary
• Private Medical Insurance, including dental & optical.

Ongoing professional development