Service Technician-Macintyre

Nordex Group; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

Nordex Group is seeking a Service Technician for the MacIntyre Wind Farm in Queensland, Australia. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of wind turbines through maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. The ideal candidate will be an Australian citizen or permanent resident with trade qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical fields and a minimum of 3 years’ experience. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to safety and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in hydraulic, electrical or mechanical environments.
• Strong English communication skills to interpret technical documentation.
• Organised and reliable, able to prioritise work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbines.
• Conduct commissioning and inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Monitor spare parts and manage inventory.
• Support 24/7 wind farm operations.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work at heights

Education

Trade qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical disciplines

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Join a global leader in renewable energy, where safety, teamwork and technical excellence set the standard. As a Service Technician, you will work directly at the MacIntyre Wind Farm (Queensland), one of the largest wind farms in Australia, ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable operation of wind turbines that drive the transition toward 100% renewable energy.

Your Tasks

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbines, including troubleshooting, fault‑finding, and autonomous simple repairs.
• Carry out complex repairs and main component exchanges in collaboration with Lead Technicians and subcontractors.
• Conduct commissioning, inspections, safety analyses (electrical, mechanical, energy sources) and complete all required documentation (LOTO, JSEA, reports).
• Analyse technical defects, communicate solutions with the Service Coordinator and Local Operations Manager, and update systems (e.g., Osapiens).
• Ensure high‑quality, on‑time work following manuals, regulations, and Nordex safety standards.
• Monitor spare parts, manage inventory, and take responsibility for tools, materials, and site equipment.
• Support 24/7 wind farm operations through rotating shifts, overtime, and on‑call duties.
• Professionally represent Nordex, maintain certifications, and contribute to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

Your Profile

• Australian citizen or permanent resident with trade qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in hydraulic, electrical or mechanical environments.
• Comfortable working at heights, medically fit, and able to climb turbine towers.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to interpret technical documentation (electrical & hydraulic schematics).
• A proactive team player with strong problem‑solving, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Computer literate, with experience using MS Office; familiarity with SAP or workload management systems is advantageous.
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise work effectively in fast‑paced operational environments.
• Willingness to work in shifts, travel as required, and engage in ongoing training and development.

Your Benefits

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• Some offers may vary by location

At Nordex, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds to apply for our open positions.