Senior Wind Turbine Technician Leader – Durban Ops

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare coverage

Retirement fund contributions

Company vehicle

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 are seeking a Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor to oversee O&M teams at wind farms near Durban. You will manage technicians, coordinate maintenance, and troubleshoot faults to maximize uptime and safety.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years hands-on wind turbine experience with 2+ years in supervision, strong leadership, SCADA know-how, and a commitment to industry best practices in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years hands-on wind turbine experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and team-motivation capability.
• In-depth knowledge of wind turbine technology, control systems, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of wind turbine technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs for wind turbine components.
• Diagnose and resolve faults using diagnostic tools and SCADA systems.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely stocking to minimize downtime.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training to team members to enhance skills.
• Document maintenance activities accurately in the asset management system.

Skills

Leadership

Wind turbine technology

SCADA systems

Diagnostics

Communication

Education

National Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SCADA software

Diagnostic software

Job description

Placements24 are seeking a Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor to oversee O&M teams at wind farms near Durban. You will manage technicians, coordinate maintenance, and troubleshoot faults to maximize uptime and safety.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years hands-on wind turbine experience with 2+ years in supervision, strong leadership, SCADA know-how, and a commitment to industry best practices in the KwaZulu-Natal region.