Wind Turbine O&M Specialist

RES; Donegal; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

RES is seeking a Turbine O&M Technician to support the turbine operations and maintenance team. The role requires a mechanical or electrical background, fault-finding skills, and a willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland to support projects.

You will contribute to high-quality maintenance and implement improvements to keep wind turbines running efficiently. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with gearbox inspections, blade repairs, and hydraulic tooling, plus the ability to

Qualifications

• Mechanical or electrical fault-finding capabilities on turbine systems.
• Experience with wind turbine maintenance and safety standards.
• Ability to prepare risk assessments and method statements.
• Knowledge of hydraulic tooling and reporting templates.
• Willingness to travel within the UK & Ireland as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to resolve ongoing issues and implement improvements.
• Lead risk assessments, method statements and client procedures.
• Coordinate with site teams and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient maintenance.
• Perform high-quality maintenance activities and component replacements.
• Develop and deliver in-house technical training when required.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Blade repairs

Hydraulic tooling

Communication

Reporting

Microsoft Office

HSE awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 Engineering

Relevant industry experience

Tools

Vibration analysis

Ultrasound

Borescope

Thermal imaging

Gearbox inspections

Job description

RES is seeking a Turbine O&M Technician to support the turbine operations and maintenance team. The role requires a mechanical or electrical background, fault-finding skills, and a willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland to support projects.

You will contribute to high-quality maintenance and implement improvements to keep wind turbines running efficiently. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with gearbox inspections, blade repairs, and hydraulic tooling, plus the ability to