Service Technician - Rietkloof Wind Farm

Vestas; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in South Africa is seeking a Service Technician for the Rietkloof Wind Farm. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary diploma with mechanical or electrical skills, and experience in turbine maintenance. Responsibilities include adhering to safety standards, performing maintenance tasks, and documenting work. The role requires strong customer focus and the ability to work at heights. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Annual leave

Pension plan

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year technical wind industry experience or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and execution excellence.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety standards and procedures.
• Perform intermediate level wind turbine maintenance tasks.
• Document tasks and analyze turbine performance.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Customer relation skills

Safety awareness

Education

Tertiary diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

At Vestas, we #PowerTheSolution – Can you?

Region MED > SBU MED Service > Rietkloof Wind Farm

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner for sustainable energy solutions. If you are a motivated individual with a background in electricity or mechanics and are looking for a new opportunity in the renewable energy industry, then consider this exciting new opportunity. Vestas Southern Africa currently operates and maintains 16 operational wind farms in South Africa, with a combined installed capacity of over 900MW, and is currently recruiting for a Service Technician for Rietkloof Wind farm. The wind farm is located 80 Km from Laingsburg, on the Northern-Western Cape border.

Responsibilities

• Closely adhere to all safety standards and procedures
• Act as a safety role model, encourage and recognize others completing safe acts, and intervene when unsafe acts are being practiced
• Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the operational environment, implement effective risk mitigation, and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management
• Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, a no-compromise focus on safety, and quality of work on a continuous basis and may assist with or perform basic quality audits of less experienced staff
• Perform intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and/or installation tasks as assigned, such as proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration, hydraulic, power tools) and basic turbine equipment
• Document tasks where required and enters data into company system (e.g. SAP)
• Effectively gather information regarding turbine performance / issues
• May diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues
• Seek assistance when encountering turbine issues outside trained skill level to ensure success in resolution
• Follow basic structured problem-solving process to complete troubleshooting and diagnostic tasks to include the use of diagnostic tools (e.g. basic fluke meter functions, hydraulic pressure gauge) and independently initiate and perform most work tasks, as well as follow defined instructions and maintenance schedules, executing plans as directed, and perform according to written and verbal instruction from higher-level technical staff
• Effectively promote strong team environment by assisting teammates in accomplishing goals and mentoring lower-level technical staff
• Visibly support and promote change initiatives and team spirit and cooperation as well as proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
• Interface with customer and may respond to customer inquiries. Refer complex customer inquiries to higher-level technical staff or manager
• Demonstrate strong customer focus at all times

Qualifications

• Tertiary diploma or equivalent and a minimum one (1) year technical wind industry experience, OR six (6) months technical wind industry experience and a certificate of completion from a Wind Technician program, OR in absence of technical wind industry experience, minimum three (3) years' experience working with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical skills and/or composite skills.

Competencies

• Trade tested - Mechanical or electrical
• Demonstrated use and understanding of intermediate level power tools such as hydraulic, power torque and diagnostic tools (e.g. fluke meter functions and hydraulic pressure gauge)
• Ability to demonstrate an intermediate working knowledge of industrial safety practices / protocols (e.g. Confined Space, energy isolation)
• Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain a Passport
• Strong attention to detail and execution excellence and good interpersonal and customer relation skills as well as the ability to effectively collaborate with employees at all professional levels and ability to respectfully follow supervision and support initiatives
• Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet-based program navigation, and ability to generate and interpret computer data and ability to read, interpret and understand drawings and schematics to validate work activity and ensure that risks are identified and mitigated
• Ability to constantly climb stairs and ladders 60-125 meters in height, in order to access work area as well as the ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 30 Kg in weight
• Ability to frequently walk, stand, look up/down, balance, stoop, twist, kneel, and bend and the ability to constantly grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools and turbine parts
• Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write in English as well as the ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent
• Ability to hear and see, including the ability to perceive depth and distinguish colours, sufficient to perform job functions and use close range radios and also able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
• Comfort working remotely in a Turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction
• Ability to work in a respirator, including passing a respirator medical evaluation and fit test

What we offer

As a member of the Vestas team, we offer a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry. Among the many amenities, we offer: Medical Aid; annual leave and pension plan. It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, colour, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to all, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law

At Vestas, we are committed to equality. Make your talent count with us!
#EqualityForAll #InclusiveWorkplace #SustainabilityGoals #TalentForChange #WindEnergy

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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