Nxuba Lead Technician

Nordex SE; Inkwanca Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company based in South Africa is looking for a Lead Technician to oversee technical work at wind parks. The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience and a minimum of 2 years at a supervisory level. Responsibilities include supervising teams, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards, and troubleshooting turbine issues. Candidates should possess mechanical or electrical training and strong English communication skills. Join us in promoting sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Equal employment opportunity

Opportunities for international cooperation

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post qualification associated vocational experience.
• Minimum of 2 years at supervisory level in renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical work at various wind parks.
• Supervise employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ and contractual obligations.
• Plan and control site activities.
• Troubleshoot and repair turbines autonomously.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Client satisfaction

Teamwork

Basic HSE knowledge

IT Tools

Decision making

English communication

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Technical education/training

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Working as part of a Service Area a Lead Technician shall mainly lead and undertake technical work and support to the Company and Client and could be required to carry out work in various wind parks within South Africa. The work will include general and specialised work on Wind Turbines and associated equipment, together with the local teams in our service regions

Key Responsibilities [Key Performance Areas]

• Customer interaction and compliance
• Supervision and management of employees and subcontractors
• HSEQ and statutory compliance
• Contractual adherence and compliance
• Daily and monthly reporting to Client and management
• Planning and controlling site activities and priorities
• Ensuring all work activities are undertaken safely and in accordance with Company procedures and standards
• Analyse and repair faults and defects with phone-contact to support services, if required
• Autonomously carry out troubleshooting, fault-finding and repairs of turbines and associated equipment
• Carry out complex repair-processes and exchanges in collaboration with the local supervision and specialists
• Carry out planned maintenance and inspection activities
• Fill in reports and checklists in order to completely inform Client and management
• Inform customer in case of works on turbines and associated equipment
• Undertaking tasks in the most economical way for the Company
• Responsible for safekeeping and control of materials, tools, and property of the Company
• Carry out tasks in accordance with Company manuals and regulations
• Comply with all HSE related instructions and guidelines Work safely with materials and personnel
• Report any incidents and accidents to supervision as soon as practicable
• Carry out standby duties according to the site roster
• At least 5 years post qualification associated vocational experience. Minimum of 2 years at supervisory level. Ideally within the NORDEX or ACCIONA renewable energy environment.
• Knowledge of the NORDEX or ACCIONA specific programs, products and services will be an advantage.
• Basic HSE knowledge and ability to develop further in this area.
• Familiar with IT-Tools.
• Leadership, teamwork, collaboration and responsibility
• Client satisfaction
• Capable of using initiative and making decisions
• Ability to solve problems
• Think strategically and analytically
• Willing to travel on a regular basis, including nights away from home
• Flexible with working hours and area of work
• Computer literate, able to use MS Office, SAP and in-house database and workload management systems
• Able to work at high altitudes and in confined spaces
• Share knowledge and experience
• Medically fit
• English – must demonstrate good written and oral communication

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Technical education/training or comparable training and knowledge
• Electrical or Mechanical Trade Test Certification will be an advantage
• Experienced to use data processing – PLC and SCADA will be an advantage
• Good English language skills (read, write and speak fluently)
• Driving Licence – Minimum Code B
• Safety Hazards analysis.
• Power converters and PLC programming will be an advantage.
• Office suite professional and other Suites are a plus

YOUR BENEFITS:

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

*Some offers may varyby location

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex

We look forward to receiving your application!To make it more convenient for you, we are happy to receive your application without a cover letter.