Wind Turbine Field Service Technician – Grow and Impact

FairWind; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Dynamic work environment

Industry-leading safety standards

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Job summary

FairWind seeks a skilled Service Technician to maintain, fault-find and commission wind turbines in the Warrnambool region. The role focuses on hands-on servicing of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on safety and quality reporting.

Ideal applicants will have wind-energy field experience, training in high work environments, and a proactive approach to professional growth within a rapidly expanding APAC operation.

Qualifications

• GWO Advanced Rescue Training is required.
• Annual LVR/CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Lift Manufacturers Training for site equipment (Tractel, Hailo, Power Climber) is preferred.
• HV switching experience is advantageous.
• State-specific qualified electrician (VIC, NSW, SA, QLD) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on wind turbines.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Assist in commissioning new wind turbines, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
• Complete and maintain documentation for quality assurance and compliance purposes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, team members, and management to coordinate tasks.
• Adapt to changing project needs and demonstrate flexibility in handling diverse responsibilities.
• Expand skill sets and take on additional responsibilities as part of ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Fault finding

Safety consciousness

Education

GWO Advanced Rescue Training

Annual LVR/CPR/First Aid certification

Lift Manufacturers Training for site equipment

HV switching experience

Electrical qualification (state-specific)

Tools

Torque tools & hoists training

Job description

FairWind seeks a skilled Service Technician to maintain, fault-find and commission wind turbines in the Warrnambool region. The role focuses on hands-on servicing of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on safety and quality reporting.

Ideal applicants will have wind-energy field experience, training in high work environments, and a proactive approach to professional growth within a rapidly expanding APAC operation.