Wind turbine technician (Campbeltown)

RES

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to work to make Power for Good? We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy. We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them. RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal and professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their career s they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally. Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards. This role will be based near Campbeltown, Scotland.

Requirements

• Technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, preferably in a turbine discipline.
• Good analytical fault-finding capabilities on Electrical, Mechanical & Hydraulic systems.
• Experience on Vestas/Gamesa and/or Siemens wind turbines is highly valued.
• Good communicator both written & verbally.
• Proficient in customer interface at site level and in pre-task co-ordination.
• Willing to adapt a high level of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental awareness.
• Mechanical or Electrical fault finding.
• Use of Hydraulic tooling.
• Blade repairs.
• Good communication both written & verbal.
• Use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Reporting Experience.
• Wind Turbine maintenance.
• Large component exchange.
• Managing heavy lifting.
• Working at height.
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ).

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of gearbox inspections.
• Working knowledge of specialised equipment such as vibration analysis, ultrasound, bore scope and thermal imaging.
• Proficient in analytical fault finding.
• Blade repair experience.
• Turbine O&M background – Vestas /Siemens Technologies.
• Team leader.
• Co-ordination of subcontractors.
• H&S Awareness (RA, CoSSH , MS).

Responsibilities

• Support the Turbine O&M Team in the delivery of specific projects.
• Provide technical assistance to help resolve ongoing issues and/or implement improvements.
• Prepare Risk Assessments, Method statements and other client required procedures.
• Assist with the resolution of onsite technical issues and implement technical improvements.
• Take and lead main component replacements.
• Identify and specifying tooling requirements.
• Conduct technical auditing & assessments.
• Preparation of reporting templates and other technical documentation.
• Develop and deliver specific in-house technical training.

Benefits

• Competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.
• Rewarding work which makes a real impact.
• Chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network.
• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree