Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

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

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment agency is looking for a Wind Turbine Maintenance Engineer to perform planned and reactive maintenance on onshore wind turbines across South West England and South Wales. The role includes servicing, inspecting, and fault-finding mechanical systems, with significant potential for overtime. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering qualification and maintenance experience, and must be comfortable working in varying conditions and at heights. A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

Company Benefits

Specialist Training

Company Car

Fuel Card

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• Prior experience in mechanical maintenance, ideally in wind or heavy engineering.
• Comfortable with field work and travelling to remote locations.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on onshore wind turbines.
• Service, inspect, and fault-find mechanical systems.
• Travel regularly across South West England and South Wales.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Ability to work at height

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

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, offering 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.

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

This role would suit a mechanically 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 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
• Monday‑Friday 8:30-5 + overtime

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

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 renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.