Wind Turbine Technician - Servicing (UK)

Muehlhan Wind Service; North Shields; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mental health support

Employee assistance program

Career development

International exposure

Continuous training

Rotational schedule

Travel and accommodation

Job summary

Muehlhan Wind Service is seeking experienced Service Technicians to join the UK team. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbine systems across onshore wind farms in Europe, working with an international team.

The role requires electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic expertise, strong safety awareness, and the ability to read schematics. You will document service reports, travel for rotations, and support installation as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Relevant professional experience in a similar wind-industry role.
• Safety-minded with strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities for technical issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with site supervisors.
• Legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Physically fit for demanding environments, PPE, and climbing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbine systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults
• Carry out repairs and replacements of turbine components
• Conduct routine inspections and condition monitoring of turbines
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals
• Work safely in accordance with HSE procedures and wind industry standards
• Support installation and commissioning of wind turbines when required
• Complete detailed service reports and maintenance documentation
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, equipment, and PPE
• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to ensure efficient operations
• Work at height and in challenging environmental conditions

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Right to work in UK

Physical fitness

Job description

Join Us in Powering the Future of Renewable Energy

Are you passionate about green energy and looking to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing international organization?

At Muehlhan Wind Service, we are driven by a shared ambition to support the global energy transition. Through the expertise, dedication, and commitment of our people, we deliver high-quality solutions that contribute to lowering the cost of green energy worldwide.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in a thriving and purpose-driven environment, Muehlhan Wind Service could be the place for you.

Service Technicians

We are looking for experienced Service technicians to join our Service UK team. This role will be responsible for supporting preventive and corrective maintenance within UK wind farms projects in Europe.

About The Role

The Service Technician executes maintenance activities, ensuring all work is performed according to technical specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards. Working as part of an international team, the Service Technician supports the delivery of critical energy infrastructure projects that contribute to the expansion of renewable energy across Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wind turbine systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults
• Carry out repairs and replacements of turbine components
• Conduct routine inspections and condition monitoring of turbines
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals
• Work safely in accordance with HSE procedures and wind industry standards
• Support installation and commissioning of wind turbines when required
• Complete detailed service reports and maintenance documentation
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, equipment, and PPE
• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to ensure efficient operations
• Work at height and in challenging environmental conditions

Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• Technical knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, acquired through professional experience or relevant academic qualifications. These competencies are essential for the successful performance of the role and will be assessed during the recruitment process.
• Relevant professional experience in a similar role or within the wind industry.
• Safety-oriented mindset: Demonstrates a strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, ensuring compliance with company procedures and contributing to the prevention of workplace incidents and environmental risks.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Problem-solving: Ability to analyse technical and operational issues, make timely decisions, and identify effective solutions using the available resources.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team, actively contributing to shared objectives, embracing diverse perspectives, and maintaining a cooperative and proactive approach in line with MWS's values.
• Right to work: Must be legally authorised to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Physical requirements: Must be physically fit to work in demanding environments, including adverse weather conditions and flexible working hours. The role requires the daily use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a harness, helmet, lanyards, and fall arrest equipment (approximately 20 kg). Depending on the wind turbine configuration, and where no lift is available, the role also requires climbing ladders of up to 80 metres multiple times per day.

What we offer

• Health insurance and Mental Health Support
• Employee Assistance Program (Workplace Options)
• Career development opportunities
• International exposure within a dynamic and fast-growing environment.
• Continuous training and development
• Long-term project with rotational schedule
• Travel and accommodation provided during rotations

Equal Opportunities Statement

Muehlhan Wind Services is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Location:

United Kingdom, both onshore and offshore

Start Date:

As soon as possible

About Muehlhan Wind Service

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world-leading, full-scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions global wind energy clients.

Headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, MWS is part of the Muehlhan Group, an international industrial services company based in Hamburg, Germany. With operations spanning multiple countries and business units, we deliver specialized solutions across the entire lifecycle of wind energy assets, both onshore and offshore.

Our expertise covers a wide range of services, including onshore and offshore installation, high-voltage and electrical services, blade inspections and repairs, statutory inspections, main component exchange, paint, special projects, manpower solutions, welding repairs, and more.

At Muehlhan Wind Service, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a collaborative, international, and safety-driven environment where talented professionals can grow, make an impact, and contribute to the global transition towards renewable energy.

If you are passionate about working in a dynamic industry and want to be part of a team that is helping shape the future of sustainable energy, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please visit www.muehlhan.com.