Traveling Wind Turbine Major Component Technician

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 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.