Remote Wind Turbine Lead Technician

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Continuous training

Impact on renewable energy projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Wind Turbine Technician to provide remote technical support and oversight for wind energy operations. This role is primarily remote, requiring extensive hands-on turbine maintenance experience, diagnosing issues remotely, and guiding field teams to ensure safety and optimal performance of turbine assets across multiple sites.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations to resolve complex issues while promoting reliability and safety across

Qualifications

• 7+ years hands-on experience as a Wind Turbine Technician.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults in wind turbines.
• Strong understanding of SCADA systems and remote monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert remote troubleshooting and technical guidance to field technicians for wind turbine issues.
• Analyze turbine performance data and diagnostic reports to identify potential problems and recommend solutions.
• Develop and update maintenance procedures and best practices for wind turbine upkeep.
• Conduct remote safety audits and ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve complex technical challenges.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Technical guidance

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or certification in Electrical/Mechanical or related field

Tools

SCADA systems

Remote monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Wind Turbine Technician to provide remote technical support and oversight for wind energy operations. This role is primarily remote, requiring extensive hands-on turbine maintenance experience, diagnosing issues remotely, and guiding field teams to ensure safety and optimal performance of turbine assets across multiple sites.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations to resolve complex issues while promoting reliability and safety across