Service Technician

Vestas Wind Systems A/S; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas Wind Systems A/S in the United Kingdom is recruiting an Offshore Service Technician to maintain and repair 92 V236 15MW offshore wind turbines at the Norfolk Vanguard West project. You will join a team in a challenging offshore role, performing inspections, diagnostics and component replacements while upholding the company’s safety standards.

The position operates on a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation, with integration into the Offshore Service department.

Qualifications

• You will have a proven history from a mechanical, electrical or hydraulics background within a similar industry.
• You must have proven problem solving and fault-finding skills.
• The ability to work at height and in adverse weather conditions.
• You must hold a full, clean driving licence.
• Previous accreditation as an AT/CT under WTSR would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to develop a detailed knowledge of our wind turbines to enable you to perform daily maintenance and other field service-related tasks
• Working to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met, you will be part of a team of technicians working throughout the region
• Carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas's specifications
• Component replacement (both electrical and mechanical) and troubleshooting on the systems
• Working with both the other technicians and supervisors in the field, whilst also having regular contact with the office-based staff, 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.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Hydraulics background

Fault finding

Driving licence

AT/CT accreditation

Job description

At a massive 1.4 gigawatts and vital part of the country's renewable energy sector, Norfolk Vanguard West, is one of two windfarms being constructed off the coast of Norfolk in East Anglia, with the closest turbine located approximately 47km from shore. You will be working in the Offshore Service department for Vestas who are the OEM and as a Service Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair 92 V236 15MW offshore wind turbines.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to develop a detailed knowledge of our wind turbines to enable you to perform daily maintenance and other field service-related tasks
• Working to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met, you will be part of a team of technicians working throughout the region
• Carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas's specifications
• Component replacement (both electrical and mechanical) and troubleshooting on the systems
• Working with both the other technicians and supervisors in the field, whilst also having regular contact with the office-based staff, 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.

Qualifications

• You will have a proven history from a mechanical, electrical or hydraulics background within a similar industry
• You must have proven problem solving and fault-finding skills
• The ability to work at height and in adverse weather conditions
• You must hold a full, clean driving licence
• Previous accreditation as an AT/CT under WTSR would be advantageous

Competencies

• Experience of team working
• A enthusiastic approach, being self‑motivated and well organised
• Good verbal and written communication skills, both internal and externally
• An significant understanding of, and commitment to, the highest standard of health & safety in the work environment
• A good level of computer literacy, used to software, apps and related tools

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.

Working as a Service Technician at Vestas is your opportunity to leverage your expertise within electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics while being part of one of the global leaders in sustainable energy solutions. We offer technical training programs to ensure that Vestas' Service Technicians are some of the most technically accomplished people in the industry. We take elaborate measures to keep you safe - at Vestas, we operate by a safety-first principle and working safely is a condition of employment. Every day will be different, and it will give you a chance to work with some experienced colleagues both locally and further afield. Apart from this, Vestas offers a attractive salary and benefits package.

Your work location will be in Norfolk Vanguard West. This will be a 2 week on 2 week off rotation.

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