Wind Turbine Technician (Vestas Platforms)

Galetech Group; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Life assurance

Career development support

Job summary

Optinergy, part of the Galetech Group, is recruiting an experienced Wind Turbine Technician to support operations across Northern Ireland. Based out of Dungiven with travel across NI, this field-based role focuses on planned and reactive maintenance of wind turbines, with strong emphasis on Vestas platforms (V27-V52).

You will work under the Regional Manager, delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical maintenance, fault response, and safety-compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Proven wind industry experience.
• Strong experience on Vestas V27-V52 platforms.
• Time-served electrical or mechanical engineering qualification.
• Multi-skilled across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience servicing and repairing wind turbine generators.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing in line with OEM procedures.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and control systems.
• Respond to turbine breakdowns promptly to maximise availability.
• Support component replacements and corrective maintenance activities.
• Record maintenance activities and report to the Regional Manager.

Skills

Wind industry experience

Vestas V27-V52

Electrical/Mechanical engineer

Multi-skilled across mechanical/electr

Fault diagnosis

Education

Time-served electrical or mechanical engineer (or equivalent)

Tools

Electrical tooling

Job description

Optinergy, part of the Galetech Group, is a leading independent provider of Operations and Maintenance services to the renewable energy sector. With a strong focus on performance, safety, and customer delivery, we support a diverse portfolio of wind assets across Ireland and the UK.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Wind Turbine Technician to support our operations across Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team and further develop your career within a progressive and expanding organisation.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing support for training and career development.

Location Requirement

This role is based out of Dungiven, with travel required across Northern Ireland. Candidates must either currently reside within a commutable distance or be willing to relocate. This is a field-based role, and flexibility is essential to support operational response times across multiple sites.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for delivering both planned and reactive maintenance across a fleet of Vestas wind turbines (V27 through to V52 platforms) and Vergnet turbines.

This is a hands-on, operational role focused on turbine availability, fault response, and the safe and efficient execution of all maintenance activities. Strong experience on Vestas platforms is essential, while experience with Vergnet turbines would be highly desirable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance & Fault Response

• Carry out scheduled servicing in line with OEM and internal procedures
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and control systems
• Respond to turbine breakdowns in a timely and effective manner
• Support major component replacements and corrective maintenance activities
• Take a proactive approach to prevent failures and reduce downtime

Operational Delivery

• Deliver work to a high technical standard with a strong focus on turbine availability
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and in line with planning requirements
• Maintain accurate service and fault records

Safety & Compliance

• Work in full compliance with WTSR and all site safety rules
• Follow safe systems of work at all times
• Identify, manage and report risks within the working environment

Inventory & Asset Management

• Manage local spares, consumables and tooling
• Ensure materials required for work are available and properly controlled

Communication & Reporting

• Accurately complete all reporting and documentation in line with company systems
• Provide clear updates to the Regional Manager and wider team

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Proven experience working within the wind industry
• Strong experience on Vestas wind turbine platforms (V27-V52)
• Time-served electrical or mechanical engineer (or equivalent qualification)
• Multi-skilled capability across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in servicing, fault finding and repairing wind turbine generators
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of safe systems of work, including WTSR
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
• Comfortable working at height and in outdoor environments
• Full clean driving licence

Desirable (Advantageous)

• Experience working on Vergnet wind turbine platforms
• Electrical authorisation (e.g. AT or equivalent)

Why Join Optinergy?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company pension, life assurance and income protection
• Employee assistance and referral programmes
• Structured training and career development support
• Opportunity to work across a varied turbine portfolio
• A strong team culture focused on safety, quality and performance

Optintery & the Galetech Group are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for existing and potential employees.