Senior Wind Turbine Technician

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Accommodation or housing allowance

Medical aid and provident fund

Ongoing training and development

State-of-the-art turbine technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician for a wind energy client near Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on wind turbines to ensure reliability and uptime, including gearboxes, generators and control systems.

This is an on-site, hands-on leadership role requiring climbing towers and a strong safety culture. You will mentor junior technicians and ensure accurate service reports are completed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years direct wind turbine experience with at least 2 years in a senior/lead role.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair wind turbine subsystems.
• Must hold safety certifications and willingness to work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and lubrication of wind turbines.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on turbines.
• Read manuals, schematics, and blueprints for troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance.
• Complete service reports and documentation in company systems.
• Respond to faults and outages to minimize downtime.
• Climb towers up to 100+ meters to access equipment.
• Participate in on-call rotations and safety briefings.

Skills

Wind turbine systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical accuracy

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulics knowledge

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

National Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Multimeters

Testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key operator in the wind energy sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Wind Turbine Technician for their operational site near Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This critical role involves performing advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbines to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You will be a vital part of a team dedicated to harnessing wind power for a sustainable future. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience with wind turbine systems, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to lead by example. This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and involves regular climbing of wind turbine towers. This is an on-site position, essential for the operational success in the Mossel Bay, Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled maintenance, inspections, and lubrication of wind turbines.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on wind turbine components, including gearboxes, generators, and control systems.
• Conduct troubleshooting using diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
• Respond to turbine faults and breakdowns efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Execute major component replacements and repairs.
• Ensure all work is performed in strict adherence to safety standards, protocols, and company policies.
• Climb wind turbine towers regularly (up to 100+ meters) to access equipment.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior technicians.
• Complete accurate service reports and documentation using company systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

Requirements

• National Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience as a Wind Turbine Technician, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead capacity.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and repairing wind turbine systems (specific OEM experience is a plus).
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control systems specific to wind turbines.
• Certification in working at heights, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST), and first aid is mandatory.
• Ability to climb turbine towers and work comfortably at heights in demanding conditions.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, multimeters, and specialized testing equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Strong safety consciousness and a commitment to a zero-incident work environment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work in remote locations around Mossel Bay, Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package including a tool allowance.
• Company-provided accommodation or housing allowance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Regular training and development opportunities to stay current with turbine technology.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art wind turbine technology.
• Structured career progression within a growing renewable energy company.
• Significant contribution to clean energy generation in the Mossel Bay, Western Cape region.
• Team-oriented work environment focused on safety and operational excellence.