Construction Workers – Wind Farm Construction

Aurora Arc Wind Pty; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Bodangora Wind Farm near Dubbo, NSW, is seeking a skilled Wind Farm Field Service Technician (Electrical) to maintain and troubleshoot GE wind turbines. You’ll climb turbines, perform fault finding, and work with GE software tools to keep plant performance high and outages short.

Eligible applicants must be a Qualified Electrician (NSW) with HV switching certification, strong English communication, a current driver’s license, and the ability to work at heights.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician (NSW) with HV switching certification.
• HV Switching Operator (HVSO) certification.
• Strong fault finding across electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems; capable with documentation and GE software tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turbines and site infrastructure.
• Follow GE manuals and work instructions for tasks and inspections.
• Conduct fault finding and high voltage switching operations as required.
• Participate in annual maintenance, retrofit works and component exchanges.
• Adhere to JSA, LOTO and EHS policies; report issues promptly.
• Work a 37.5-hour week with potential overtime and on-call duties.

Skills

Licensed Electrician

Electrical Supervisor

HV Switching Operator

HV Switching Co-ordinator

Fault finding

Computer systems

English communication

Driver's license

Head for heights

Tools

GE software tools

Job description

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Wind Farm Field Service Technician - Bodangora

**Job Description Summary**
Are you ready to elevate your career in renewable energy? Bodangora Wind Farm, located near the picturesque town of Dubbo in NSW, is seeking a dedicated (Electrical Technician) to join our team. With 33 GE 3.43-130 wind turbines generating enough power for approximately 49,000 homes annually, your role will be pivotal in sustaining this clean energy initiative.
You'll be working at the forefront of renewable energy, maintaining and troubleshooting wind turbines at some of the most exciting and innovative sites in the country. No two days are the same, you'll be climbing turbines, solving real-world technical challenges, and helping to keep Australia's wind power turning. Wind Turbine specific training will be provided to the successful applicants.
This is not a FIFO or DIDO role, must be based locally to the wind farm
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities:**

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turbines and site infrastructure
• Follow GE manuals, specifications, and work instructions to perform assigned tasks and inspections
• Conduct maintenance, fault finding, and high voltage switching operations as required
• Participate in annual maintenance, retrofit works, major component exchanges, and fault finding
• Use GE software tools to maintain reports and submit technical queries
• Ensure compliance with JSA, LOTO, EHS policies, and report issues promptly
• Make a conformance or non-conformance decision upon completion of inspections
• Report errors, violations, incidents, or problems immediately using GE reporting systems
• Embrace a 37.5-hour work week, with opportunities for overtime as approved and participate in on-call rosters for after-hours or weekend work as directed

**Qualifications, Requirements & Competencies:**

• Qualified Electrician (NSW)
• Qualified Electrical Supervisor
• Certified High Voltage Switching Operator (HVSO)
• Certified High Voltage Switching Co-ordinator
• Proficient in fault finding (electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment)
• Proficient in using computer systems and tools for monitoring work and managing documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• A current unrestricted driver's license
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks at heights, comfortable with heights (you'll be climbing turbines, so you've got to have a head for heights and a love for fresh air!)
• A commitment to the highest safety standards, high performance, continuous improvement and delivering the right solutions
• Independent, solutions-focused, and well-organized in managing tasks
• Open to travel to other sites as required
• Must hold appropriate working rights for Australia at the time of your application

**Desired Characteristics:**

• High Voltage Switching Operations experience
• Previous experience in renewables, power distribution, mining, oil & gas or other heavy industry (preferred but not essential).
• GWO Basic Training (preferred but not essential, training will be provided).
• HRWL including Dogging, Rigging (Advanced), Forklift, EWP (not essential, training may be provided).

As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.