Remote Senior Wind Turbine Technician

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health program

Annual leave

Fully remote

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician to deliver remote technical support for wind turbines across locations. You will analyze performance data and guide field teams to ensure optimal operation.

You will work with SCADA data, diagnose faults, and develop repair plans while mentoring junior staff. This fully remote role offers autonomy and exposure to cutting-edge wind technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a technical field (Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics).
• Minimum 5 years hands-on Wind Turbine Technician experience, senior level preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control).
• Experience analyzing SCADA data and using remote monitoring diagnostic tools.
• Excellent communication, written and verbal, with ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for wind turbine issues.
• Analyze real-time turbine data using SCADA and monitoring systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults; recommend repairs and maintenance actions.
• Develop detailed action plans for field technicians to perform complex repairs.
• Collaborate with site technicians, operations managers, and engineering teams to resolve issues quickly.
• Contribute to improving remote diagnostic tools and processes.
• Maintain records of issues, resolutions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure safety protocols and standards are followed in remote work.
• Assist in training junior technicians, remotely and on-site when required.
• Stay updated on wind turbine tech and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics degree

Tools

SCADA software

Remote monitoring tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician to deliver remote technical support for wind turbines across locations. You will analyze performance data and guide field teams to ensure optimal operation.

You will work with SCADA data, diagnose faults, and develop repair plans while mentoring junior staff. This fully remote role offers autonomy and exposure to cutting-edge wind technology.