Wind Turbine Technician - North Scotland

EDF UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Wind Turbine Technician at a leading wind farm. This role offers you the chance to work on innovative renewable energy projects, contributing to a sustainable future. You'll be part of a dynamic team, responsible for maintaining and repairing wind turbines while ensuring safety and high standards. With opportunities for career growth, training, and travel, this position is perfect for those passionate about green energy. If you're ready to make a difference and embrace hands-on work, this is the role for you!

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Industry Leading Pension & Life Insurance

5% Bonus

On-call allowance

Overtime x 1.5

Overnight allowance

Senior Authorised Person allowance

Shared works vehicle for travel

Qualifications

• Skilled engineer with Electrical and/or Mechanical maintenance experience.
• Capable of working at height and in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Become a Multi-Skilled Authorised Technician working on Wind Turbine Variants.
• Undertake Major Component Replacements and complex fault finding.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Complex fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Convertor systems

Job description

Wind Turbine Technician - North Scotland

Company Description

Job Description

Energise Your Career, Accelerate a Net-Zero Future #RenewablesJobs

Join us as a Wind Turbine Technician at Dorenell Wind Farm!

Are you ready to power the future? Join a dynamic team at the forefront of renewable energy and take your career to new heights.

We are EDF Renewables - a dedicated and forward-thinking owner-operator with an extensive pipeline of new wind projects, committed to your safety, well-being, and a great employee experience.

Reward:

£36,500 - £62,000 according to experience (We have a graded reward package to suit new entrants to the renewables industry through to the most experienced Wind Turbine Technicians).

Working hours - New Technician (37hrs) to Service Technician Level 3 (40hrs).

The awesome extras!

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Industry Leading Pension & Life Insurance
• 5% Bonus
• On-call allowance
• Overtime x 1.5
• Overnight allowance
• Senior Authorised Person allowance
• Shared works vehicle for travel to and from site

What you'll do:

• Become a Multi-Skilled Authorised Technician under the EDFR Wind Turbine Safety Rules working on one or more Wind Turbine Variants.
• Opportunity to become a High Voltage Single Feed Senior Authorised Person under EDFR E&M Safety Rules.
• Undertake Major Component (Gearbox, Generator, Transformer etc) Replacements.
• Complex fault finding and repair on Electrical, Hydraulic and Convertor Systems both remotely and at the Wind Turbine.
• Complete Scheduled Maintenance to high standards and take pride of the assets that you maintain.
• Complete internal & external technical and safety training to develop your skills.
• Typically work in a two-person working party within a supportive team environment.

What's in it for You?

• Career growth in the booming renewable sector.
• Training & development to keep you at the top of your game.
• An opportunity to travel and work at other sites in some fantastic locations.

Who are you?

• Physically fit, safety-focused, and love hands-on work.
• Capable of working at height (within and outside the turbine) and in exposed and remote locations.
• Enthusiastic about green energy.

What skills do you need?

You'll be a skilled engineer with great Electrical and/or Mechanical maintenance experience. We can train you to multi-skill.

Location: Dorenell Wind Farm, Huntly, Scotland, AB54 4EL

For this role, you will generally be located within 1 hour drive.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a wind warrior!

Qualifications

Additional Information

Join us, and let's do good together.