Service Technician

Who We Are:
At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

We are looking for a Service Technician

Key Responsibilities

1. Supervision of contractors during the execution of construction or maintenance measures of the offshore transformer platform, the wind turbine foundations and the sea cabling (Balance of plant (BoP)), as well as the wind turbines.
2. Assistance with resource planning, work preparation and documentation of the construction and maintenance work.
3. Execution of selected maintenance measures for the offshore transformer platform and the wind turbine foundations.
4. Assistance with the error explanation, as well as the initiation, control and monitoring of the suppression process with the help of internal and external service providers.
5. Support the technical control room staff.
6. Support continuous development of processes to ensure and optimize plant safety and availability of BoP components.
7. Technical reporting for BoP components.

Who you are:

1. A strategic thinker: You have the ability to think strategically and dig into complex financial data and concise financial analysis.
2. Decisive: You take the required time to understand the options and risks but are not afraid to make tough decisions.
3. Diligent: You have a high attention to detail and exacting standards to ensure accuracy in the projects you manage.
4. A clear communicator: You can communicate clearly, write well, and interact with diverse internal and external stakeholders and counterparties.
5. Motivated: You are a highly-motivated self-starter and have demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications and experience

1. Preferably master/technician in electrical engineering (or comparable qualification).
2. Experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical systems (including transformers, converters, circuit breakers, GIS, disconnectors, short-circuit and grounding devices, and protection technology), as well as knowledge of power plant ancillary systems.
3. Relevant experience in the field of maintenance of power plants, ideally in the field of offshore wind energy.
4. Readiness and suitability for offshore operations.
5. Safe handling of MS Office and preferred experience in dealing with ERP systems.
6. Good English knowledge.
7. Team-capable and resilient in problem solving.

What’s In It for You:

Our employees are the driving force behind our achievements. We are unwavering in our commitment to not only recognize your contributions but also to empower you to excel in every aspect of your life. Here's a glimpse of why Northland is the place where you'll truly thrive:

1. Presence with purpose: You can take advantage of our hybrid model (team-dependent, you work from wherever makes you most comfortable). Our Workplace Reimagined framework offers flex time so you can define your work schedule within certain parameters.
2. Thoughtful benefits: Pension, paid parental leave; childcare allowance, and a contribution towards your transportation to and from the office are just some of the benefits you’ll have access to.
3. Wellbeing first: Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value, you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program, including access to mental health resources and a fitness program.
4. Birthdays off: You will get your birthday off work so you can celebrate however you choose. This is a paid day off to do what is important to you!
5. Continuous Learning support: You will gain new skills by accessing LinkedIn Learning’s on-demand platform with 16,000+ courses in multiple languages, and by taking advantage of our education reimbursement program.

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitments.

Disclaimer:

This document is a guide. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.

At Northland, we are building a sustainable and carbon-neutral world together.

Motivated by a common vision of energy’s place on our planet, we believe in powering a better world for generations to come. Join our journey as we work towards a more sustainable future.