Service Technician

Vestas; Shire Of Merredin; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Allowances provided for rostered days

Global leader in renewable energy

Career development opportunities

Training opportunities

Job summary

Vestas is seeking an experienced Australian trade-qualified technician to join the Collgar Wind Farm team. The role involves scheduled servicing and reactive maintenance of wind turbines, with DRDO/drive-in-drive-out roster and accommodation provided.

You will work with a small team under the Service contract, ensuring safety and adherence to WHS guidelines. Applicants must hold a recognised Australian Electrical trade qualification and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade certificate is required.
• Valid driver's license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance on an as-required basis.
• Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake reactive maintenance on a rostered on-call basis.
• Maintain all company vehicles and plant and equipment in good clean condition.
• Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorization including operation of HV and LV.
• Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensures the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times.
• Undertake all required site inductions and job training.
• Undertake the requirements of the SMA (Service Maintenance Agreement).
• Complying with the duty of care assigned under WHS legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention.
• Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer WHS and environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations.
• Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Participate in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required.
• All other duties within competence, skill, qualifications and experience as directed

Skills

PC literacy

MS Office

Learning agility

Work flexibility

Phone apps for work order control

Working at heights

HV experience

Permit to work / HSE docs

Education

Electrical trade certificate

Drivers License

Job description

Vestas are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Australian trade qualified technician to join our collaborative team at Collgar Wind Farm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the renewable energy industry in a very stable role with the opportunity to learn to maintain multiple platforms and even travel to work with other teams across the country if it interests you. The service operations team support each other with great knowledge sharing with a true attitude of helping you grow with many opportunities for further training with a global company.

The department is a small team environment and the technicians report to the shift supervisor are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with the Service contract.

Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPI's given by the Area Service Manager and Site Manager.

This role is offered as 8 days on; 6 days off roster (drive-in, drive-out), with accommodation and allowances provided for rostered days.

To be successful in this role you must hold a recognised Australian Electrical trade qualification.

Responsibilities

• Required to Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance on an as-required basis

• Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake reactive maintenance on a rostered on-call basis

• Maintain all company vehicles and plant and equipment in good clean condition

• Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorization including operation of HV and LV

• Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensures the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times

• Undertake all required site inductions and job training

• Undertake the requirements of the SMA (Service Maintenance Agreement)

• Complying with the duty of care assigned under WHS legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention

• Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer WHS and environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations

• Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required

• Participate in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required

• All other duties within competence, skill, qualifications and experience as directed

Qualifications

• Electrical trade certificate

• Drivers License is essential

Competencies

• Required PC literate, preferably MS Office

• Ability to learn new skills

• Flexible for working conditions that may change unexpectedly

• Proficiency with managing phone apps for work order control

• Comfortable working at heights

• HV experience advantageous

• Previous experience with permit to work systems and HSE documentation

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a global leader in renewable energy, contributing to a sustainable future.

• A collaborative and multicultural work environment with a clear focus on teamwork and professional growth.

• Exposure to international projects, suppliers, and cross functional teams.

• Attractive salary and benefits package. A culture that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

Our Benefits

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexible workplace arrangements
• 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along
with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.