Service technician

Vestas; St Lawrence; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Join the World's Leading Wind Energy 1

Excellent Career Development National/

Diversity and Inclusion

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vestas, Lotus Creek Wind Farm in Queensland, is seeking motivated Service Technicians to join the on-site team. The role targets electricians or mechanical technicians with Australian trade certification to perform scheduled servicing, reactive maintenance, and HV/LV operations while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The site team reports to the site supervisor and is supported by an administrator and planner, with KPIs set by the Service Manager. On-call roster duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Australian Electrical License and/or Mechanical trade certificate; other relevant qualifications include: GWO training, working at heights, safety, HV/LV rescue, fire awareness, first aid
• Literate with PC and modern technologies to support day-to-day work
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities
• Any knowledge of PLC and/or SCADA systems
• Motivation to learn new skills and thrive in a growing industry
• Understanding of safety principles, willing to adhere to and drive safety compliance company-wide
• Experience with HV/LV, hydraulics, and mechanical systems in varied environments

Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance as required
• Respond and attend site outside normal hours to perform reactive maintenance on a rostered basis
• Maintain all company vehicles and keep plant equipment in good condition
• Operate within training and authorization limits, including HV/LV tasks
• Ensure safety of personnel, environment, and compliant work methods
• Undertake the site induction and SMA requirements
• Comply with OH&S duties and accident prevention commitments
• Observe all work instructions, safety codes, and regulatory rules
• Wear required PPE and participate in safety meetings
• Perform other duties within competence as directed

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Ability to read drawings

PLC/SCADA knowledge

Education

Australian Electrical License

Mechanical trade certificate

GWO training

Working at heights

HV/LV rescue

Job description

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

Lotus Creek is a brand-new wind farm in Queensland, nearing the completion of its construction phase, and we’re seeking motivated and safety-focused Service Technicians to join the team.

This role is for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic electrician or mechanical technician to work in our service team as a technician. The successful applicant must hold a recognised Australian trade certificate.

The department is a small team environment based on site at Lotus Creek Wind Farm. The technicians report to the site supervisor and are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with the contract. Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPIs given by the Service Manager.

Responsibilities

Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance as required

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

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

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

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

Undertake the site induction

Undertake the requirements of the SMA (Service Maintenance Agreement)

Complying with the duty of care assigned under OH&S legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention

Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer OH&S 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

Australian Electrical License

and/or Mechanical trade certificate

Other relevant, but not required qualifications include: GWO training, working at heights, safety, manual handling, HV/LV rescue, fire awareness, first aid

Literate with PC & modern technologies to support your day-to-day work

Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities

Any knowledge of PLC and/or SCADA systems

Motivation to learn new skills and thrive in a growing industry

Understanding of safety principles, willing to adhere to and drive safety compliance company-wide

Experience with HV/LV, hydraulics, and mechanical systems in a residential, commercial, and/or industrial environment

Proficient in the use of various hand tools

Strong communicational skills, ability to work in a small team

Ability to work at heights in confined environments

Additional information

You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider


• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally


• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion


• 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 your 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 that might 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 be 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 social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.