Wind Turbine Technician - Dumfries and Galloway

Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy service provider in the UK is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician to manage routine and unscheduled maintenance of wind turbines. Ideal candidates will have relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications, experience in industrial settings, and strong problem-solving abilities. The role offers a supportive environment with benefits such as private health insurance and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Private Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant formal qualifications in electrical or mechanical fields.
• At least two years of experience in industrial environments.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on wind turbines.
• Lead a team of technicians while ensuring safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Replace major turbine components.

Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions

Ability to work at heights

Education

SVQ/NVQ level 3 (electrical, mechanical)

Tools

MS Suite

Job description

About Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT)

DWT is Germany's largest Independent Service Provider, offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) from a single source. With more than 6,600 WTGs under contract and more than 1,800 employees operating in several European countries, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services in the European wind energy sector. In 2015, Deutsche Windtechnik entered the UK market and now has over 640 WTGs/700MW under Service & Maintenance contracts. We aim to expand further into the onshore market.

DWT Ltd's head office is located in Livingston. You will work closely with all departments in the UK and other group companies to ensure that we provide a level of service expected from a market leader. Although the majority of your time will be spent working in the UK, you may be expected to spend some periods working with colleagues in Germany and in other DWT group countries. At Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd, we prioritise our people and make it our mission to offer customers a choice beyond traditional OEM service provision.

Our vision is to be the preferred independent service provider for all wind farm owners and operators by delivering services that are safer, cleaner, more efficient, compliant, and right the first time.

Role Clarification

The wind turbine technician will be responsible for the routine preventive maintenance of the wind turbine, including its mechanical, electrical, gearbox, and hydraulic systems. Unscheduled maintenance, carrying out retrofits, and addressing emergency breakdowns and major component exchanges are also key responsibilities.

Role responsibilities

• The provision of preventative and corrective maintenance on onshore wind turbines as per DWT instructions
• Completion of all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, AWPs, etc.
• Lead a team of technicians, ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed
• Replacement of major turbine components, e.g. generators and gearboxes
• Troubleshoot on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Assist in all areas of site operations
• Provide safe access and egress to all people in the work party
• Establish and maintain general safety in the system
• Comply with customer site rules
• Report all incidents and occurrences as per DWT's Health and Safety policy
• Be willing to undergo training and conduct statutory inspections as required
• Partake in the rota for on-call cover on weekends and bank holidays

Qualifications

As a minimum, the candidate should have

• Relevant formal qualifications, minimum SVQ/ NVQ level 3 (electrical, mechanical, etc) and/or comprehensive experience in a relevant industry
• Ideally two years of hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical experience in an industrial environment, e.g. wind farms, power stations, industrial process plant or similar heavy engineering maintenance environments
• Valid driving licence

Candidates will preferably have

• Valid health and safety certificates
• IT proficient in MS Suite

The following attributes are required in all candidates

• Teamwork and collaboration
• The ability to work at heights
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
• Strategic and analytical thinker
• Problem solving
• Willingness to travel on an occasional basis
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills

Other essentials you need to have

• Pass a pre-employment medical and fitness test before a formal offer of employment is confirmed.
• You will also need to provide the correct Right to Work documentation and relevant qualifications.

Equal opportunity

Deutsche Windtechnik is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at DWT is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. DWT does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

Please notify us if any adjustments are needed during the recruitment process.

We Offer

• 32 days annual leave (increases with length of service)
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme, which provides employees with 24/7 confidential help
• Private Pension Scheme - Life Assurance

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