MCR technician IE

ENERCON; Ballina; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Pension Contribution Scheme

Dental Insurance

Life Assurance

Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Bike to Work Scheme

Educational Assistance

Full PPE Gear

World class in-house training

Career Progression Opportunities

Sports & Social Club

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ENERCON is recruiting a Major Component Replacement Technician to work on wind turbine updates across Ireland and the UK. This is a travelling role with projects typically lasting 4–6 weeks at a time.

You will perform service, maintenance and major component exchanges, ensuring safety and quality on-site. Strong driving, construction background, and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Experience on wind farm sites is highly advantageous.
• Trade qualification in carpentry or mechanical trades preferred.
• Safe Pass Card is essential and other rail/loader tickets are a plus.
• Candidates must be mobile, travel nationwide and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance and major component exchanges on ENERCON wind turbines.
• Ensure compliance with ENERCON safety standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with Update Support Team across sites in Ireland and the UK.
• Execute physically demanding tasks at heights while maintaining safety.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure timely project execution.
• Inspect components to uphold quality standards and report findings.

Skills

Driving licence

Wind farm experience

Organisational skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

Trade qualification (Carpenter/Mechanic)

Tools

MS Office

Banksman/Slinger

CSCS Card

Telescopic Loader Ticket

MEWP

Job description

ENERCON has been one of the technology leaders in the wind power sector for over 40 years. As the first manufacturer of wind turbines, the company used a gearless drive concept that is a characteristic of all ENERCON wind turbines. ENERCON is also at the forefront in other areas, such as rotor blade design, control technology, grid connection technology, and with its wide range of technological new developments, proves its innovative strength time and again.

Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow's energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.

ENERCON are now recruiting for a Major Component Replacement Technician to work on updates of wind turbines across Ireland & The UK.

This is a travelling role with expected projects lasting 4-6 weeks at a time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with ENERCON’s safety standards, guidelines, and operational procedures at all times.
• Perform service, maintenance, and major component exchanges on ENERCON wind turbines to guarantee optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate within the Update Support Team, delivering high-quality work on wind energy sites across Ireland and occasionally abroad.
• Execute physically demanding tasks in diverse weather conditions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficiency.
• Inspect and verify components to uphold ENERCON’s stringent manufacturing and quality standards.
• Handle mechanical installation tasks for turbine updates and installation projects with precision and care.
• Coordinate effectively with subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution and adherence to timelines.
• Adapt to additional duties as directed by the MCR Manager or Team Leader to support project success.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Previous experience on wind farm sites is highly advantageous.
• Trade qualification (Carpenter, Mechanic) or strong construction background preferred.
• Valid Safe Pass Card is essential.
• Additional certifications such as Banksman/Slinger, CSCS Card, Telescopic Loader Ticket, and/or MEWP are a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications for reporting and documentation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights in challenging conditions.
• High mobility and flexibility – willingness to travel nationwide and internationally as required.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Positive, proactive team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Location

The ideal candidate will be living less than 45 mins from an ENERCON base and must be flexible and willing to travel frequently and sometimes at short notice.

Reporting to

Major Components Exchange Manager of IE & GB

Your Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Contribution Scheme
• Dental Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Educational Assistance
• Full PPE Gear
• World class in-house training
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Sports & Social Club
• Employee Referral Program

Employment Equality

ENERCON retains the right to advertise all positions both internally and externally. Advertisements and the selection process will not discriminate on any of the nine grounds protected by the Employment Equality Acts. These are gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, and membership of the traveller community.