Wind Farm Field Service Technician (Bango)

GE Vernova; Jerrawa; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Wind Farm Field Service Technician to maintain and troubleshoot wind turbines at the Bango Wind Farm. This role involves hands-on work, technical challenges, and a commitment to safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering and strong communication skills. Opportunities for overtime and relocation assistance are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician or a qualified Mechanic/Mechanical Fitter with electrical aptitude.
• Proficient in fault finding (electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turbines.
• Follow manuals and specifications to perform assigned tasks.
• Conduct maintenance and fault finding as required.

Skills

Fault finding (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic)

Written and verbal communication in English

Using computer systems and tools

Ability to complete physically demanding tasks at heights

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Electrician or Mechanic/Mechanical Fitter

Job description

Wind Farm Field Service Technician (Bango)

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Are you ready to elevate your career in renewable energy? Bango Wind Farm, located on Ngunnawal Country, 14km south of Boorowa and 30km north of Yass, is the third largest operational wind farm in NSW. The 244MW wind farm became fully operational in 2023, featuring 46 GE Cypress Turbines that produce enough electricity to power 144,000 homes and prevent 543,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually.

You’ll be working at the forefront of renewable energy, maintaining and troubleshooting wind turbines at some of the most exciting and innovative sites in the country. No two days are the same; you’ll be climbing turbines, solving real-world technical challenges, and helping to keep Australia’s wind power turning.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turbines and site infrastructure.
• Follow GE manuals, specifications, and work instructions to perform assigned tasks and inspections.
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with JSA, LOTO, EHS policies, and report issues promptly.
• Make a conformance or non-conformance decision upon completion of inspections.
• Report errors, violations, incidents, or problems immediately using GE reporting systems.
• Work 37.5 hours per week with opportunities for overtime, and participate in on-call rosters for after-hours or weekend work as directed.

Qualifications, Requirements & Competencies

• Qualified Electrician or a qualified Mechanic/Mechanical Fitter with electrical aptitude.
• Proficient in fault finding (electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment).
• Proficient in using computer systems and tools for monitoring work and managing documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A current unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks at heights; comfortable with heights and a love for fresh air.
• A commitment to the highest safety standards, high performance, continuous improvement, and delivering the right solutions.
• Independent, solutions-focused, and well-organized in managing tasks.
• Open to travel to other sites as required.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance: Yes.

Employment type: Full-time.

Seniority level: Entry level.

Job function: Management and Manufacturing.

Industries: Electric Power Generation.

Location: Bango, Ngunnawal Country, NSW. Contact: Bango Wind Farm Office.