Field Service Technician - Bango Wind Farm

GE Vernova, Inc.; Yass Valley Council; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to join the team at Bango Wind Farm on Ngunnawal Country, NSW. You’ll maintain and troubleshoot wind turbines, perform scheduled and unscheduled servicing, and help keep Australia’s wind power turning.

This role involves climbing turbines, working at heights, completing documentation, and travelling to other sites as required. A strong safety mindset and a current driver’s license are essential, with on-site training provided for the wind

Qualifications

• Proficient in fault finding (electrical equipment).
• Electrical qualification or equivalent required.
• Able to complete physically demanding tasks at heights.
• Current unrestricted driver's license.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of wind turbines.
• Carry out annual maintenance, retrofit works and component exchanges.
• Perform high voltage switching according to site procedures.
• Travel to other sites as required.

Education

Electrical qualification

Job description

Field Service Technician - Bango Wind Farm

Are you ready to elevate your career in renewable energy? Bango Wind Farm, located on Ngunnawal Country, 14km south of Boorowa and 30km north of Yass, Is looking for a Field Service Technician to join the team! The third largest operational wind farm in NSW. The 244MW wind farm became fully operational in 2023, featuring 46 GE Cypress Turbines, that produce enough electricity to power 144,000 homes and prevent 543,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually!

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.

Your role as the Field Service Technician will see you performing scheduled and unscheduled servicing of wind turbines and site infrastructure.

Undertake tasks including annual maintenance, retrofit works, major component exchange and fault finding

Perform high voltage switching operations according to site procedures as required

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

About You

Proficient in fault finding (electrical equipment)

Trained to an intermediate level in using computer systems and tools for monitoring work and managing documentation

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 current unrestricted driver's license

A commitment to the highest safety standards, high performance, continuous improvement and delivering the right solutions

Open to travel to other sites as required, from time to time

Why GE Vernova? We believe in doing work that matters – and supporting the people who make it happen. Here’s what you can expect:

Innovative Work: Be part of a global leader in the energy space, working on pioneering projects with real impact.

Sustainability with Purpose: With a strong focus on decarbonization and sustainable energy solutions, GE Vernova provides employees the chance to contribute to meaningful work that positively impacts the environment and society.

Career Growth: Learn from the best in the business, with ongoing training, support, and development opportunities.

Wellbeing First: From comprehensive benefits and health support to work-life balance initiatives, we’ve got you covered and benefits packages.

A career at GE Vernova allows individuals to engage in impactful work within a dynamic and supportive environment, while contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions.

If you hold a recognised electrical qualification, we will provide you with all the specialist training required to work safely and effectively on our world-class wind turbine technology. You’ll be supported with structured onboarding, technical training, and ongoing development to ensure you can perform with confidence in the field.

Pre-Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and integrity of our teams and sites, all successful applicants will be required to successfully complete background (Including employment, education and police) and medical checks before commencing employment. These checks are a standard part of GE Vernova’s recruitment process and are essential to maintaining our strong safety and compliance culture.