Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer in the South West of England. This position offers a hands-on role in a renewable energy company, focusing on both planned and reactive maintenance of wind turbines. The ideal candidate will have an electrical engineering qualification and experience in commercial maintenance. Strong overtime potential, a company van, and specialised training are included as part of the benefits package. Travel across South West England and South Wales is necessary.

Benefits

Company benefits

Specialist training

Company car

Fuel card

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance on onshore wind turbines.
• Service, inspect, and fault-find electrical and mechanical systems.
• Repair and replace electrical components, including sensors and control systems.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

Comfortable working at height

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

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

Tools

Electrical fault finding tools

Maintenance tools for heavy engineering

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. You will service, inspect, and fault‑find electrical, 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.

This role would suit an electrically biased engineer with experience in renewable energy or heavy plant maintenance who is looking for a varied, field‑based position within a growing wind energy business, looking to increase earnings through overtime.

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

Reference: BBBH23207

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.