Measurement Technician

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Measurement Technician to join its Asset Management and Operational Services (AMOS) group within our Renewables division based in Glasgow.
The role will be based at the Glasgow office with on-site working across the UK and internationally as required.

The Role

The Measurement Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of Wind measurement equipment that is placed at the top of MET Towers that can be up to 100ft tall.

A significant part of the role will be out in the field and involve climbing the towers to deliver the required service. However, the technician will also be required to spend some time in the workshop to repair equipment that has been taken in and to prepare for upcoming project requirements. They will also be responsible for providing reports on the data acquired from the equipment.

The technician will often work independently or as part of a small team to ensure delivery of Wind Measurement projects across a portfolio of clients in the UK and internationally.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a hands-on electro mechanical technician role, with a great aptitude for solving mechanical and electrical technical problems. As a key part of this role will involve climbing towers at a significant height, the successful candidate must be able to work at heights and be physically fit. .

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Asset Management and Operational Services (AMOS) group consists of multi-disciplined service lines that provides project management and technical consultancy services and solutions to wind energy clients which includes developers, owners and operators for projects worldwide. Our teams consist of Analysis which provides wind measurement and accredited analysis services for power performance testing, bankable energy yield assessments, and Engineering and Operations teams that provide asset management services including meteorological mast and wind lidar for pre and post construction onshore and offshore wind energy projects. With a dynamic and experienced group of project managers, engineers, scientists and technical consultants, we can support our clients goals throughout the entire project life cycle.

What We Offer

• Exciting Projects: Work on meaningful projects with industry leaders in renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid and remote working options to balance client, team, and individual needs
• Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Competitive Salary: Regular reviews to ensure competitive compensation
• Flexible Benefits: Including 33 days of annual leave with the option to purchase up to five additional days, contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, dental cover, life assurance, bike to work, technology benefit, gym flex, green car scheme
• Professional Development: Tailored development plans to meet your individual needs and interests
• Global Connections: Collaborate with experts worldwide who are shaping the standards of our industry

• Installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of Wind Measurement equipment both at site and in the workshop
• Adhere to all health and safety codes when working on site
• Ensure physically fit to perform any services that require working at height before undertaking the task
• Uploading and checking of data form masts as per schedule
• Complete reports within stipulated budget
• Produce reports which fully address scope and avoid excessive re-writing
• Ensure compliance with Information Management System
• Identify improvements to processes and procedures where required
• Build and maintain knowledge of specific wind measurement technologies

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Previous experience in a hands-on Mechanical and Electrical Technician position
• Previous experience working at significant height
• Diligent approach to Health and Safety (H&S) and working knowledge of H&S requirements for working at height
• Hold a driving license valid for use in the UK
• IT skills particularly in MS Word and Excel
• Be willing to travel in the UK and internationally
• Have a good understanding of H&S requirements within in the renewables industry
• Be able to demonstrate a flexible, practical and proactive approach to your work requirements
• Be able to demonstrate a high level of problem-solving ability and initiative
• Previous experience with report writing

Desirable:

• Awareness of all key renewable energy technologies ideally with a focus on wind measurement and or instrumentation
• Experience in the development, construction and operation of onshore and offshore met mast projects
• Knowledge of relevant IEC 61400 standards
• Skills in data recovery and data manipulation
• IOSH Managing Safely (Or equivalent)
• Previous experience in the Renewables industry