Remote Wind Turbine Technician Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote position with flexible/hy

Performance bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Wind Turbine Technician Lead to supervise a distributed team of technicians ensuring safe and reliable wind farm operations. The role focuses on remote coordination, troubleshooting, and optimizing turbine performance across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate will have extensive wind energy experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record in maintaining high safety standards while managing remote work effectively.

Formación

• Technical degree or certification in wind energy technology or related engineering field.
• 6+ years as a Wind Turbine Technician with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Extensive knowledge of wind turbine systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control)
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex wind turbine faults.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage a remote team of wind turbine technicians, providing guidance and technical support.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and strategies to maximize turbine availability and performance.
• Oversee routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor turbine performance data remotely and identify potential issues or areas for optimization.
• Coordinate with site managers and other stakeholders to address operational challenges.
• Manage spare parts inventory and resource allocation for maintenance activities.
• Train and mentor technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with wind turbines.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repair reports accurately.

Conocimientos

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Remote leadership

Wind energy knowledge

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Team management

Educación

Wind Energy Technology or Engineering degree

Herramientas

Diagnostic software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading operator and maintainer of wind energy facilities, is seeking to onboard a highly experienced and dedicated Remote Wind Turbine Technician Lead. This role is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility while requiring strong leadership and technical oversight from a distance. You will be responsible for coordinating and supervising a team of wind turbine technicians, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation and maintenance of wind turbine assets. This position demands a deep understanding of wind turbine technology, advanced troubleshooting skills, and exceptional remote team management capabilities. As a remote leader, you will play a crucial role in optimizing turbine performance, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the highest safety standards are met across multiple wind farm sites. This is a chance to be a critical part of the renewable energy revolution from a location of your choice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a remote team of wind turbine technicians, providing guidance and technical support.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and strategies to maximize turbine availability and performance.
• Oversee routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor turbine performance data remotely and identify potential issues or areas for optimization.
• Coordinate with site managers and other stakeholders to address operational challenges.
• Manage spare parts inventory and resource allocation for maintenance activities.
• Train and mentor technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with wind turbines.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repair reports accurately.

Requirements

• Technical degree or certification in Wind Energy Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Extensive knowledge of wind turbine systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control systems).
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex wind turbine faults.
• Strong understanding of wind farm operations and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to manage a remote team effectively.
• Proficiency with SCADA systems and diagnostic software.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Experience working in a remote supervision capacity is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a remote technical team in the growing wind energy sector.
• Access to advanced training and professional development programs.
• Contribution towards home office setup and connectivity.
• Be part of a company committed to sustainability and clean energy.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.