Maintenance Technician

Vestas; Newport; Presencial; GBP 28 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Performance bonus

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Private medical & dental

Life assurance

Resumo da oferta

Vestas on the Isle of Wight is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the blade manufacturing process. You will maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, diagnose PLC-controlled equipment, and manage preventative maintenance within a 24/7 rotating shift pattern.

You will join a 24-person Maintenance team focusing on safety, problem-solving, and continuous improvement while contributing to reliable operations in a high‑tech manufacturing environment.

Qualificações

• Technical or vocational qualification in a maintenance-related discipline.
• Experience maintaining equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings.

Responsabilidades

• Maintaining electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment, as well as hand tools.
• Maintaining calibration and measurement equipment and associated systems.
• Diagnosing and interrogating PLC-controlled equipment and systems.
• Administering maintenance systems, including planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support.
• Ensuring work areas are maintained in a safe and clean condition using 5S methodology.
• Contributing to supplier evaluations for maintenance-related equipment and services.
• Working safely at all times and maintaining a strong safety culture among colleagues.

Conhecimentos

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic & hydraulic

Reading schematics

Basic computer skills

Smartphone proficiency

Maintenance in manufacturing

PLC diagnostics

Safety culture

Formação académica

Technical or vocational maintenance qualification

Ferramentas

PLC systems

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join Vestas and contribute to the advancement of renewable energy

Are you interested in building your technical abilities in a manufacturing workplace while contributing to a cleaner future? Do you want to be part of a team that helps support the production of top-quality wind turbine blades?

At our factory located on the Isle of Wight, you'll join a skilled and collaborative maintenance team where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with advanced equipment, and supporting daily operations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Vestas Technology & Operations>Blades Manufacturing> IoW Blades

The Maintenance Department is a key support function within the blade manufacturing process. Our team of 24 Maintenance Technicians is responsible for servicing and maintaining tools, equipment, machinery, and transport equipment across the site.

The team ensures that all equipment operates to the required standards, breakdowns are resolved efficiently, and maintenance activities are accurately recorded within the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment, as well as hand tools.
• Maintaining calibration and measurement equipment and associated systems.
• Diagnosing and interrogating PLC-controlled equipment and systems.
• Administering maintenance systems, including planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support.
• Ensuring work areas are maintained in a safe and clean condition using 5S methodology.
• Contributing to supplier evaluations for maintenance-related equipment and services.
• Working safely at all times and maintaining a strong safety culture among colleagues.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge and experience in areas such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Basic computer and smartphone proficiency.
• Technical or vocational qualification in a maintenance-related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining equipment within a manufacturing environment.

Competencies

• A collaborative approach.
• A proactive safety mindset.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• The flexibility and willingness to work shifts.
• The ability to adjust readily and stay effective under changing conditions.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.

Working Hours

This role operates within our 24/7 manufacturing environment and requires participation in a rotating shift pattern.

Work Schedule

• 4 consecutive day shifts: 06:45 – 19:00
• 4 days off
• 4 consecutive night shifts: 18:45 – 07:00
• 4 days off

Each shift is 12.25 hours, providing a structured working pattern with regular periods of time off between rotations. Willingness and the ability to work both day and night shifts are essential for this position. Please be aware that it is a requirement that you on the Isle of Wight.

What We Offer

• Performance Bonus – Up to 5% of basic salary, subject to business and KPI achievement.
• Annual Leave – 19.6 days' holiday entitlement for a full holiday year.
• Pension Scheme – Automatic enrolment after 3 months of service. Employee contributions start at 1.5%, with a generous employer contribution of 7.5%.
• Private Medical & Dental Cover – Company-funded BUPA medical insurance and Cigna dental cover from your first day of employment. Optional cover is available for partners and dependent children under 18 at the employee's expense.
• Life Assurance – Cover equivalent to four times your basic salary, effective from day one of employment.

At Vestas, you will be part of a company with operations around the world in sustainable energy solutions. We offer an inclusive and supportive working environment where your experience is valued, your development is encouraged, and your work contributes directly to creating a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us.

With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.