Wind Turbine Technician

Acciona Group; Colac; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energia is seeking a hands-on trade-qualified fitter or A-grade electrician to join the Mt Gellibrand Windfarm team near Colac. You’ll maintain 44 turbines and contribute to safe, efficient operation across HV systems and site infrastructure.

You will work in a collaborative environment on routine and emergency maintenance, with a 1:3 callout roster. A valid mechanical trade or electrical license is essential, plus basic IT skills and a current driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Mechanical trade qualification and/or A Grade Electrical License.
• Experience in industry (wind, manufacturing, power, mining, oil & gas etc.).
• Enjoy working closely with a suitably qualified trade partner, supporting each other to get the job done safely and efficiently
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork
• Demonstrate basic computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Maintain a current driver's license
• Ability to maintain qualifications relevant to the industry, including: First Aid Level 2, Working at Heights, Operator under ACCIONA Energy Work Permitting system.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance– Routine and emergency maintenance on wind turbines, HV systems, and site infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs– Fault finding and fixing issues to reduce downtime.
• Safety First– Follow all safety procedures and help build a strong safety culture.
• Teamwork– Work closely with your crew and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety-conscious

Education

Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter)

A Grade Electrical License

Job description

We’re on the lookout for a hands-on trade-qualifiedFitter or A grade Electrician to join our tight-knit team at the Mt Gellibrand Windfarm(near Colac). You’ll be working across 44 turbines that generate up to 132 MW of clean, renewable energy—keeping them running safely and efficiently.

Maintenance– Routine and emergency maintenance on wind turbines, HV systems, and site infrastructure.

Troubleshooting & Repairs– Fault finding and fixing issues to reduce downtime.

Safety First– Follow all safety procedures and help build a strong safety culture.

Teamwork– Work closely with your crew and contribute to continuous improvement.

Roster: Monday: 7 am – 3.30pm, Tuesday to Friday: 7 AM - 3 PM. You will be part of a 1:3 callout roster (daytime only unless it’s a substation emergency).

About You

Hold a valid Mechanical trade qualification and/or A Grade Electrical License

Experience in industry (wind, manufacturing, power, mining, oil & gas etc.)

Enjoy working closely with a suitably qualified trade partner, supporting each other to get the job done safely and efficiently

Well-developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork

Demonstrate basic computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite

Maintain a current driver's license

Ability to maintain qualifications relevant to the industry, including: First Aid Level 2, Working at Heights, Operator under ACCIONA Energy Work Permitting system.

In compliance with Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Act 2018, this role is defined as critical worker and labelled at ACCIONA Energia as a Privileged Access Worker (PAW). Privileged Access Workers (PAW's) are required to obtain satisfactory results from Acciona's Suitability Assessment prior to commencement, this forms part of our standard pre-employment checks.

About Us

Have you ever thought about a job in renewable energy? We’re a company that might surprise you.

ACCIONA Energia is Australia’s leading developer, constructor and operator of renewable energy projects and are building the infrastructure that will deliver the decarbonised energy needed to fuel the 21st century.

We’re currently building the biggest wind farm in the southern hemisphere and have an exciting development pipeline all across the country.

If you want to play a part in Australia’s renewable energy transition, we want you to work with us.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

In compliance with Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Act 2018, this role is defined as critical worker and labelled at ACCIONA Energia as a Privileged Access Worker (PAW). Privileged Access Workers (PAW's) are required to obtain satisfactory results from Acciona's Suitability Assessment prior to commencement, this forms part of our standard pre-employment checks.