Wind Farm Technician

PE Global; Tullamore; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global Recruitment is currently recruiting for Wind Farm Technicians on behalf of a leading semi-state power generation entity operating within Ireland’s renewable energy sector.

Join a dedicated maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable operation of wind farm assets, collaborating with the Maintenance Manager, OEMs and technicians to maintain critical infrastructure. This permanent role offers opportunities for career progression within a growing renewables business.

Qualifications

• Essential: QQI Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate or equivalent.
• Essential: Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
• Essential: 5+ years’ experience in power generation or industrial plant maintenance.
• Essential: Strong fault-finding and maintenance capabilities.
• Essential: Ability to work at heights and travel between sites.
• Desirable: Experience with wind turbines or renewable assets.
• Desirable: Familiarity with high-voltage electrical systems.
• Desirable: Experience with OEM maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance on wind turbines with OEM technicians.
• Support operation and maintenance of electrical substations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults across wind farm equipment.
• Contribute to maintenance schedules and performance targets.
• Undertake maintenance at height following safety procedures.
• Support high-voltage operations where qualified.
• Travel to other sites to support maintenance activities.
• Participate in on-call rota and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Preventative maintenance

CMMS experience

High-voltage work

Safety mindset

Travel flexibility

Education

QQI Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate

Electrical apprenticeship completed

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Industrial control systems

Job description

PE Global Recruitment is currently recruiting forWind Farm Technicians on behalf of a leading semi-state power generation entity operating within Ireland’s renewable energy sector.

These are excellent permanent opportunities for qualified electrical tradespeople with experience in power generation, industrial maintenance or renewable energy who are looking to develop their careers within an established organisation.

The successful candidates will join a dedicated maintenance team responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of wind farm assets.

Working closely with the Maintenance Manager, fellow technicians and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) representatives, you will play an important role in maintaining critical renewable energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance on wind turbines in conjunction with OEM technicians, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with manufacturer procedures and safety standards.

• Support the operation and maintenance of electrical substations, ensuring maximum plant availability, operational efficiency and safety.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and hydraulic faults across wind farm equipment and associated infrastructure.

• Assist in the delivery of maintenance schedules, performance targets and operational objectives.

• Undertake maintenance activities at height, adhering to all relevant safety procedures and regulations.

• Support high-voltage operations where appropriately qualified and authorised.

• Travel to other wind farm, solar and battery energy storage facilities as required to support maintenance activities.

• Participate in an on-call rota to support operational requirements.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and OEM representatives to ensure effective maintenance delivery.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including plant reliability, maintenance processes and operational performance.

• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality across all activities.

• Participate in ongoing training, technical development and performance management initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Electrical Craft Certificate – QQI Level 6 or an appropriate electrical/mechanical trade qualification recognised in Ireland.

• Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within power generation, industrial plant maintenance or a comparable technical environment.

• Strong electrical fault-finding, troubleshooting and maintenance capabilities.

• Good understanding of industrial electrical systems and associated equipment.

• Competent IT skills and the ability to use maintenance management systems.

• Ability and willingness to work at heights.

• Flexibility to travel between renewable energy sites and participate in on-call arrangements.

• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience maintaining wind turbines or renewable energy assets.

• Familiarity with high-voltage electrical systems and operations.

• Experience working with hydraulic and mechanical systems.

• Previous exposure to electrical substations, solar installations or battery energy storage systems.

• Experience working alongside OEM maintenance teams.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced electricians, electrical maintenance technicians and industrial maintenance professionals who are looking to transition into or further develop their careers in renewable energy.

The ideal candidate will be a practical, technically capable individual with strong fault-finding abilities, a proactive approach to maintenance and the ability to work effectively as part of a small operational team.

A strong safety mindset, willingness to learn and flexibility to support maintenance operations across multiple renewable energy assets are essential.

The Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to secure a long-term permanent role with a well-established semi-state power generation organisation, supporting the operation and maintenance of Ireland’s renewable energy infrastructure.

The role will suit experienced electrical tradespeople seeking a technically varied position within the growing renewable energy sector.