Senior Wind Turbine Technician - Durban Growth

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Training and certification support

Relocation assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Company-provided tools and safety gear

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician for our Durban operations in KwaZulu-Natal. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of wind turbine equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.

The candidate should bring strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to work independently or with a team. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform preventative maintenance, and contribute to efficient wind farm operations in the Durban area, with emphasis

Qualifications

• Requires a technical qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on wind turbine experience and service expertise.
• Strong understanding of turbine subsystems and mechanical/electrical safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on wind turbines.
• Diagnose complex technical issues and minimize downtime.
• Conduct preventative maintenance per schedules.
• Install and commission turbine components and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
• Maintain maintenance records using company software.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and support engineering teams.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and perform repairs.
• Operate specialized tools safely and effectively.

Skills

Wind turbine systems

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

SCADA experience

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Height safety

Travel readiness

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician for our Durban operations in KwaZulu-Natal. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of wind turbine equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.

The candidate should bring strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to work independently or with a team. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform preventative maintenance, and contribute to efficient wind farm operations in the Durban area, with emphasis