Wind Turbine Technician

RES; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RES, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, is seeking a Turbine O&M Technician to support the O&M team on delivery of wind projects across the UK. The role requires technical insight into mechanical and electrical systems and a proactive approach to fault-finding and improvements.

You will travel within the UK & Ireland, lead component replacements, assist with risk assessments, and develop in-house technical skills while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification (minimum Level 3 NVQ) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with wind turbine maintenance or large components is advantageous.
• Ability to travel within the UK & Ireland and work at height.

Responsibilities

• Support the Turbine O&M team in delivering specified projects and provide technical assistance to resolve issues or implement improvements.
• Prepare Risk Assessments, Method statements (RAMS) and other client procedures as required.
• Lead main component replacements and assist with onsite technical issues and improvements; coordinate with site teams.

Skills

Mechanical fault finding

Electrical fault finding

Blade repairs

Communication

MS Office

Reporting

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ)

Relevant Industry Experience

Tools

Hydraulic tooling

Vibration analysis

Ultrasound

Borescope

Thermal imaging

Job description

Description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

Description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?
We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero-carbon energy.
We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.
RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal andprofessional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their careers they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.
Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.

The position

The role of a Turbine O&M Technician would be to support the Turbine O&M Team in the delivery specific projects and the successful candidate will be required to provide technical assistance to help resolve ongoing issues and/or implement improvements. We are looking for candidates who have a technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, preferably in a turbine discipline, and with good analytical fault-finding capabilities on Electrical, Mechanical & Hydraulic systems.

Accountabilities

The role would suit an experienced Wind Turbine Technician who aspires in further developing their own capabilities in the delivery of high-quality maintenance activities and willing to contribute positively to the continued development of the business.
Be a good communicator both written & verbally and be proficient in customer interface at site level and in pre-task co-ordination. The suitable candidate will be comfortable in preparing Risk Assessments, Method statements and other client required procedures and be willing to adapt a high level of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental awareness.
A flexible approach to work will be required as travel within the UK & Ireland will be necessary depending on the project needs.
Other areas of knowledge would be advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided for the right candidate which will include:

• Working knowledge of gearbox inspections
• Working knowledge of specialised equipment such as vibration analysis, ultra sound, bore scope and thermal imaging
• Proficient in analytical fault finding
• Blade repair experience
• Can assist with the resolution of onsite technical issues and implement technical improvements
• Take and lead main component replacements
• Identify and specifying tooling requirements
• Can conduct technical auditing & assessments
• Preparation of reporting templates and other technical documentation
• Can develop and deliver specific in-house technical training
• Has worked in a Health & Safety focused environment
  

Knowledge

• Turbine O&M background
• Team leader
• Co-ordination of subcontractors
• H&S Awareness (RA, CoSSH, MS)
• WTSR
  

Skills

• Mechanical or Electrical fault finding
• Use of Hydraulic tooling
• Blade repairs
• Good communication both written & verbal
• Use of Microsoft Office applications
• Reporting
  

Experience

• Wind Turbine maintenance
• Large component exchange (preferred)
• Managing heavy lifting
• Slinger banks man
• Working at height
  

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ) or Relevant Industry Experience
  

At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.