Travel-Ready Wind Farm Major Components Technician

Acciona Group; Waubra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energia is Australia’s leading developer, constructor and operator of renewable energy projects. The Major Components Technician supports major corrective maintenance and component lifecycle management across Waubra and other wind farms in Victoria and NSW.

The role combines hands-on mechanical work with travel between sites, performing inspections, repairs and troubleshooting while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualifications (Fitter & Turner, Mechanical Fitter or similar).
• Experience in wind energy highly regarded; heavy industry or mining experience also considered.
• Experience with major component maintenance and repairs; strong troubleshooting skills.
• Working at Heights, First Aid and GWO certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Able to work independently and travel between sites; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Major component inspections, repairs and replacements.
• Gearbox, main shaft and drivetrain assessments.
• Endoscope and videoscope inspections.
• Blade inspections and structural health monitoring.
• Up-tower repairs and corrective maintenance.
• Managing major component change-outs with contractors and crane providers.
• Support planned shutdowns and major campaigns.
• Training and mentoring wind farm technicians.
• Share technical expertise across ACCIONA sites.
• Support ongoing reliability improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical trade qualification

Fitter & Turner

Mechanical fitting

Wind energy experience

Fault-finding / troubleshooting

Working at heights

Job description

ACCIONA Energia is Australia’s leading developer, constructor and operator of renewable energy projects. The Major Components Technician supports major corrective maintenance and component lifecycle management across Waubra and other wind farms in Victoria and NSW.

The role combines hands-on mechanical work with travel between sites, performing inspections, repairs and troubleshooting while adhering to health and safety standards.