Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor to lead and develop a team at our site near Paarl, Western Cape. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation, proactive maintenance, and timely troubleshooting to maximize wind turbine uptime.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on supervision with deep technical knowledge of wind turbine systems and a strong safety culture to ensure peak performance of the wind farms in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities
• Commitment to safety protocols and safe operation of wind assets

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians at the Paarl-area site
• Oversee scheduled maintenance and repairs on wind turbines
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues to minimize downtime
• Mentor and develop technicians for higher reliability

Skills

Team leadership

Wind turbine knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Trade qualification in mechanical/electrical

Wind Turbine Technician cert

Tools

SCADA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a prominent operator and maintainer of wind farms across South Africa . We are seeking a qualified and experienced Wind Turbine Technician Supervisor to lead a team of technicians at our site near Paarl . This role requires hands-on supervision and technical expertise in the maintenance and repair of wind turbines. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the wind farm, overseeing scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and mentoring your team. The position demands a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, a commitment to safety protocols, and excellent leadership skills. This is a critical role for maintaining optimal energy generation from our wind assets in the Western Cape . The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical knowledge of wind turbine technology and the ability to manage daily operations effectively, ensuring maximum uptime and performance of the turbines.