Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the renewable energy sector seeks a Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer. This hands-on role involves planned and reactive maintenance of onshore wind turbines. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical engineering qualification and experience in mechanical maintenance. With strong overtime potential, you will travel across South West England and South Wales, ensuring optimal turbine performance. This position offers a company car, fuel card, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Company car

Fuel card

Specialist training

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC/HND).
• Mechanical maintenance experience, ideally in wind or heavy engineering.
• Comfortable working at height and in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on onshore wind turbines.
• Servicing, inspection and mechanical fault-finding on turbine systems.
• Repair and replacement of mechanical components in line with OEM standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

Working at height

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

NVQ, apprenticeship, HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

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

Bristol - South West and South Wales patch

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience in commercial maintenance, seeking a hands‑on, field‑based role within a fast‑growing renewable energy company? This position offers progression to Senior Engineer, strong overtime potential to boost earnings, and a company van to support travel across sites.

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.

The Role

• Planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on onshore wind turbines
• Servicing, inspection and mechanical fault‑finding on turbine systems
• Repair and replacement of mechanical components in line with OEM standards
• Supporting hydraulic and electrical works where required
• Regular travel across South West England and South Wales, with wider UK travel as required

The Person

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

Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5 + overtime available.

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