Wind Turbine Technician

Omega Resource Group; North Woodchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician for essential maintenance on wind turbines across the UK. The successful candidate will have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical systems, a NVQ Level 3 qualification, and the ability to work safely at heights. This role offers a full-time position with a 6-week rolling shift pattern, competitive salary, and various benefits including a healthcare plan and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Healthcare plan

Life assurance

Generous pension contribution

Hybrid Working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated history of maintenance, fault find and repair on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Good level of computer literacy.
• Ability to work at heights of 100 meters.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on a fleet of wind turbines throughout the UK.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of generation assets.
• Ensure operational integrity and safety of generation assets.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Formal qualification in electrical discipline (minimum NVQ level 3)

Formal qualification in mechanical discipline (ideally NVQ level 3)

Job description

Wind Turbine Technician (UK Wide)

Location: Stroud

Type: Full-Time – 6 week rolling shift pattern: 7 days “On” then 7 days “Off”, followed by 4 weeks of Monday to Friday.

Salary: £40,000 to £46,326 per annum + Benefits

About the client

This Stroud-based client is a leader in innovative engineering solutions. Their mission is to change the way energy is made and used in Britain – by replacing fossil fuels with clean, renewable energy.

The Role

We're seeking a Wind Turbine Technician to carry out essential maintenance on the client's fleet of wind turbines throughout the UK to a high standard carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Working remotely in a small team performing all activities related to the maintenance and repair of generation assets.
• Responsible for fault finding and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
• Carry out repair or replacement of main components.
• Responsible for completion of all computerised documentation and reports.
• Ensure operational integrity and safety of generation assets is maintained to the highest standards.
• Uphold and drive a positive safety culture through your onsite actions.

What We're Looking For

You will have proven ability to maintain, repair and fault find on a variety of technical equipment both electrically and mechanically to a high standard with minimal supervision. You will also be able to comply with all health and safety aspects of working in an engineering environment.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated history of electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault find and repair.
• Formal qualification in electrical discipline (minimum NVQ level 3) or formal qualification in mechanical discipline (ideally NVQ level 3) with relevant electrical experience.
• A good level of computer literacy.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at heights of 100 meters.

Skills

• Enjoy and able to work in small teams.
• Creative and self‑motivated.
• Ability to work independently with remote management and take responsibility for project delivery.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines without compromising safety or quality.
• Strong communication skills particularly verbal communication.
• Very organised – able to multi‑task effectively.
• Good time management & personal organisational skills.
• Accuracy, tenacity & integrity.
• High level of aptitude towards technology and process development.
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Why Join Us?

• Healthcare plan, life assurance and generous pension contribution.
• Volunteering Day.
• Hybrid Working.
• Various company discounts (including shops, gyms, days out and events).
• Holiday of 25 days (plus bank holidays) & ability to buy/sell days.
• Cycle to work scheme, car pooling and onsite parking available.

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong or send a copy of your CV to the agency. Candidates who are currently a Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Technician or Electrical Fitter may be suitable for this position.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.