Lead Wind Farm Field Service Technician - Bango

GE Vernova; Yass Valley Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in New South Wales is looking for a Lead Technician to oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of wind turbines. The ideal candidate will act as the State Nominated Electrical Supervisor and should have a registered electrical license along with at least three years of experience in a supervisory role. Strong electrical skills and attention to safety practices are essential. Successful candidates will receive specialized training for effective field performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Lead role.
• Understanding of AC/DC electrical circuits.
• Trained to an intermediate level in computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and troubleshooting of wind turbines.
• Act as State Nominated Electrical Supervisor.
• Conduct high voltage switching operations as required.
• Prepare work programs and organize daily plans for contractors.
• Conduct maintenance, fault finding and HV switching operations.
• Lead continuous improvement and train site technicians.

Skills

Electrical installation requirements interpretation

High Voltage switching experience

Fault finding electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills in English

Ability to work at heights

Education

Registered Workers License Electrical (S or C)

Current High Voltage operating certificate

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary Taking a Lead role in the resident site team, working at the forefront of renewable energy, maintaining and troubleshooting wind turbines at some of the most exciting and innovative sites in the country, including annual maintenance, retrofit works, major component exchange and fault finding. The Lead Technician will also act as the State Nominated Electrical Supervisor (QTP), and Delegate to the High Voltage Operating Authority.

Essential Responsibilities

• Nominated as the High Voltage operating Authority delegate for the Bango site.
• Interpret the requirements of GE manuals, specifications, bulletins, and complete assigned tasks in accordance with GE work instructions
• Have a working knowledge of electrical installation requirements provided in the following documents (as amended from time to time):
• Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Act 1995
• Electricity Safety (General) Regulations
• Electricity Safety (Registration and Licensing) Regulations
• AS/NZS 3000, Wiring Rules and all other standards applicable to your work.
• Managing Electrical Risks in the workplace Code of Practice
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the above documents and to the organisation’s SWMS, LOTO, associated EHS & QA/QC policies/procedures, call attention to fellow employees of unsafe acts, unsafe conditions and practices to their Manager, Supervisor, and EHS Manager/Coordinator.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the Registered Electrical Contractor (REC) responsibilities for the state of New South Wales.
• Preparation of work programs for the timely servicing of assets and organise daily work plans for contractors
• 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
• 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
• Carry out maintenance installation and repairs of the electrical apparatus reforming all maintenance functions related with electrical systems, and power generation distribution in line with safety operations and maintenance principles to guarantee the smooth functioning of the production facility for field operation work
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and share lessons learnt, whilst leading and training site technicians as needed
• Perform high voltage switching operations according to site procedures as required including the holding of permits creating switching instruction and issuing permits
• Have a demonstrated and consistent commitment to safety policies and procedures and be able to work within those requirements.

Qualifications, Requirements & Experience

• As a minimum, hold a registered Workers License Electrical as either a Qualified supervisor (S) or Contractor (C) in the state of New South Wales
• Required to be nominated as the Electrical Supervisor in accordance with the Registered Electrical Contactors license and hold the position as the Nominated Qualified Supervisor - Electrical on behalf of the company for the Bango NSW Site.
• Understanding of basic AC/DC electrical circuits and ability to T/S and conduct circuit analysis (24VDC, 166VDC, 120, 230, 400, 575, 690VAC);
• Demonstrate previous experience in High Voltage switching and operations and have a current High Voltage operating certificate or the ability to gain one.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Lead role
• Demonstrated customer service attributes and team leadership experience in a similar role within the wind industry or in a large-scale industrial environment.
• Proficient in fault finding electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment.
• Trained to an intermediate level in computer skills.
• 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!)
• Be able to travel from time to time
• A current unrestricted driver's license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

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.

Desired Characteristics

• A culture of passion and pride for the industry and organisation.
• You will be highly organised and flourish in a busy and challenging environment.
• Leadership or Supervisor Training
• Previous experience working as an electrical supervisor
• Previous High Voltage switching experience.

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: No