Wind Turbine Technician - Remote Support

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Fully remote position with flexible w

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance and pro f

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Wind Turbine Technician to provide remote support and data-driven analysis for a growing wind turbine fleet. You will monitor performance, diagnose issues, and guide on-site teams through maintenance using SCADA and diagnostic tools.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years’ experience and a diploma in engineering technology, with strong communication skills for remote collaboration in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 3–5 years hands-on Wind Turbine Technician experience.
• Strong understanding of wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components.
• Proficient with SCADA and turbine monitoring software.
• Excellent diagnostic and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time turbine performance using SCADA and diagnostics.
• Analyze data to identify anomalies and predict failures.
• Provide remote technical support to on-site technicians.
• Maintain logs of performance, maintenance and resolutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on complex issues.
• Contribute to remote monitoring protocol improvements.

Skills

SCADA proficiency

Diagnostic skills

Remote communication

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Wind Turbine Technician to provide essential remote support and analysis for their growing fleet of wind turbines. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced technician to leverage their field knowledge in a remote capacity, focusing on monitoring turbine performance, diagnosing potential issues, and guiding on-site teams through complex maintenance procedures. You will be a critical link between field operations and engineering support, utilizing advanced monitoring systems to ensure optimal turbine uptime and efficiency. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who excels in problem-solving and communication within a distributed, remote-first structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the real-time performance of wind turbines using SCADA and diagnostic software.
• Analyze performance data to identify anomalies, predict potential failures, and recommend proactive maintenance actions.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting guidance to on-site field technicians via phone and video conferencing.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation of turbine performance, maintenance activities, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to diagnose complex technical problems and develop effective solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of remote monitoring and diagnostic protocols for wind turbine operations.

Requirements

• Diploma or certification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience as a Wind Turbine Technician .
• Strong understanding of wind turbine systems, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
• Proficiency with SCADA systems and turbine monitoring software.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, adept at providing clear instructions in a remote support setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Be part of the vital renewable energy sector, supporting critical wind energy infrastructure.