Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) to perform planned and reactive maintenance on onshore wind turbines across South West England and South Wales. The role offers a salary between £35,000 - £45,000, with strong overtime potential, a company car, and access to specialized training. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised electrical engineering qualification, possess experience in electrical maintenance, and be comfortable working at height in various weather conditions.

Benefits

Company Benefits

Specialist Training

Company Car

Fuel Card

Overtime

Qualifications

• Electrical maintenance experience, ideally in wind or heavy engineering.
• Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC/HND).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance on onshore wind turbines.
• Servicing, inspection and electrical fault finding on turbine systems.
• Repair and replacement of electrical components.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

Comfortable working at height

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC/HND)

Job description

Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

£35,000 - £45,000 + Company Benefits + Specialist Training + Company Car + Fuel Card + Overtime

Bristol - South West and South Wales patch

Are you an Electrical Engineer with experience in commercial maintenance, seeking a hands‑on, field‑based role within a fast‑growing renewable energy company, offering progression to Senior Engineer, strong overtime potential to boost earnings, a company van for site travel, and access to specialised training to develop your skills further?

This UK‑based renewable energy specialist provides nationwide operation, maintenance and technical support for onshore wind turbines in the 200kW to 850kW range. Operating across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, the company delivers high‑quality O&M, performance optimisation, technical upgrades and asset support to maximise turbine availability and long‑term value.

In this role you will perform planned and reactive maintenance on onshore wind turbines across South West England and South Wales, service, inspect and fault‑find electrical and mechanical systems, replace components, complete accurate reports, and work safely at height while regularly travelling to remote sites. The role is Monday‑Friday, 8:30‑5, with significant overtime available.

The Role

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance on onshore wind turbines
• Servicing, inspection and electrical fault finding on turbine systems
• Repair and replacement of electrical components, including sensors, control systems and switchgear
• Supporting mechanical and hydraulic works where required
• Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5 + overtime

The Person

• Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC/HND)
• Electrical maintenance experience, ideally in wind or heavy engineering
• Comfortable working at height and in all weather conditions
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing to travel across South West England, South Wales and occasional UK‑wide sites

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on your experience, qualifications and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.