Electrical Technician jobs in South Africa

The Technician is responsible for carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance of wind turbines in a safe manner, whilst adhering to accepted quality and performance standards.

• Execution of planned and unplanned maintenance of turbines on site according to SGRE manuals, quality and safety standards and customer safety rules.
• Capturing of data associated with maintenance activities to ensure proper functioning of the maintenance management system, i.e. registration of hours, works order management, etc.
• Reporting of faults and defects on the turbine to the relevant SGRE Department.
• Participate in on‑call arrangements in line with the SGRE Standby Procedure.
• Participate in all relevant technical and safety training from SGRE.
• The employee is obligated to keep him‑or herself informed of the quality system, safety, health and environmental management system and comply with procedures.
• Respond to deviations observed from the procedures and contribute to activities to improve the working environment.
• Report damaged / lost tools to the Material Handling Operator on the same shift as the damage / loss has occurred.

• Proven experience as a Wind Technician or in a similar engineering role.
• Strong technical knowledge of wind turbine systems and components.
• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.
• Outstanding problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Certification in wind turbine maintenance and safety is preferred.

Our Gas Services division offers low‑emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning many years. Together, we are committed to making balanced, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation.

We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

• Opportunities to work with a distributed team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Medical benefits
• Time off / Paid holidays and parental leave
• Continual learning through the Energy platform
• Access to a variety of employee resource group