Travelling Rotorblade Service Technician

ENERCON; Swansea; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Cash back health care plan

Job summary

ENERCON is seeking a proactive Rotorblade Technician based in Swansea to join our wind energy team. The role involves maintaining turbine blades, collaborating with the Rotorblade Manager, and participating in a shift pattern that may include weekends and travel across Northern and Central Europe as required.

Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in mechanics or engineering, a full clean UK driving licence, Safe Pass, and the fitness to pass a Working at Heights Medical.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Qualification in mechanics or engineering.
• Full, clean Category B driving licence and Safe Pass Card.
• Physically fit and able to pass Working at Heights Medical.
• Travel nationwide & abroad for training and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of wind turbine blades.
• Complete tasks and fault rectification as assigned.
• Maintain error logs and paperwork.
• Communicate effectively with ENERCON staff for project success.
• Report issues to Rotorblade Manager.
• Prepare stock orders for rotorblade Manager.

Skills

Problem-solving

IT skills

Attention to detail

Initiative & flexibility

Education

Level 3 Qualification in mechanics or engineering

Job description

Location:

Swansea, GB

Onsite / Hybrid / Remote: Remote (> 50% remote)

...ENERCONhas been one of the technology leaders in the wind power sector for over 42 years. As the first manufacturer of wind turbines, the company used a gearless drive concept that is a characteristic of all ENERCON wind turbines. ENERCON is also at the forefront in other areas, such as rotor blade design, control technology, grid connection technology, and with its wide range of technological new developments, proves its innovative strength time and again.

Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow's energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.

Role & Responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive, safety-focused, and highly motivated Rotorblade Technicianto join our team in Swansea.

This position requires the employee to work across the Northern & Central Europe region depending upon business needs. The employee must be aware that the role involves working some weekends as part of a shift rotation and spending time away from their home.

The employee may be required from time to time to assist with, or join, another technical department, or act as a mechanical service technician dependent on the requirements of the business. In addition to this, if there is work is delayed, due to unfavourable weather for example, the employee is required to remain available to work.

Accommodation for this position will be, as far as reasonably possible on a self-catering basis. The employee may also be required to work in the Service department as a mechanical technician from time to time and the discretion of the Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance of the wind turbine blades
• Complete any remaining task, fault rectification and work assigned by the coordinator which may be outside of the normal camera inspection work
• Maintain error logs and maintenance paperwork
• Demonstrate excellent communication between you and other ENERCON employees for efficient completion of projects
• Report all issues promptly for rectification to the Rotorblade Manager
• Have a proactive approach to completing projects and seeking out new tasks and improvement activities
• Ensure the smooth operation and coordination where required between ENERCON Employees, Contractors and Customers
• Respond promptly and effectively to ad-hoc problems as and when they occur
• Ensuring that all equipment is used in the correct manner and maintained to the best standard possible
• Produce stock orders to be sent to the Rotorblade Manager for approval in order to keep stock levels to a suitable level
• Work effectively as a member of the wider Rotorblade Team as and when required.
• All responsibilities including (but not limited to) paperwork, tool and van care and accommodation housekeeping are to be shared equally between the team members.

Additional Expectations

• Act as a positive team player, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Work effectively under pressure and to strict deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally when business needs require.

Health, Safety & Environment

The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest standards of health, safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence, ensuring compliance with all company policies, industry regulations, and statutory requirements at all times.

Job Requirements:

• Level 3 Qualification in mechanics or engineering
• Previous turbine experience, working at height, engineering or mechanical within industry or the commercial sector.
• Time served apprentice ideally
• Physically fit and able to pass a Working at Heights Medical (Chester Step Test).
• Full, clean Category B driving licence.
• Valid Safe Pass Card is essential.
• Good IT Skills
• Highly organised individual with strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to show initiative and flexibility with workload, including weekend oncall work
• Travel nationwide & abroad for training, workshops is expected

Location:

This role will have the candidate based in Swansea but frequent travel is required.

Reporting to:

Rotorblade ManagerGB

• Your hours of work are 7.30 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday with on-call cover at weekends, on a Rota basis.
• An overnight allowance is applicable when you are required to travel
• You will receive 33 days annual leave (which includes 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays)
• Additional leave for long service
• Enhanced Company pension (8% employer and 5% employee contribution)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Cash back health care plan including dental, optical, discounted gym memberships and complimentary therapies
• Employee referral program of up to £1000 for every successful referral.
• At ENERCON we are passionate about your career development and progression. We offer structured training programs and internal career opportunities.

Application Progress:

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Employment Equality

ENERCON retains the right to advertise all positions both internally and externally. Here at ENERCON we advocate relationships built on respect and fairness. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to be made throughout the application process please make us aware.