Service Technician - AU

Role overview

This position is suited to someone who enjoys working with electrical systems, mechanics, and hydraulics, and wants to help keep wind turbines operating reliably. It is a hands-on role within a global renewable energy business focused on maintaining high standards of safety and service quality.

As a Service Technician, you will use your technical background in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic work while receiving training that supports ongoing development. The role sits within a service team that supports the maintenance and operational performance of wind farms across Australia.

Work location and schedule

This role is based across regional Australia and is not a FIFO arrangement, so you must already be located in the relevant region.

• Western Australia: Merredin, Jurian Bay, Geraldton
• South Australia: Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier
• Victoria: Warnambool, Ballarat, Sale
• New South Wales: Canberra/Goulburn, Inverall/Glen Innes
• Queensland: Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton
• Tasmania: Musselroe, Granville Harbour
• Working pattern: 8 hours per day, with weekend on-call duty roughly once every 3 to 4 weeks
• Annual travel requirement: about 50 days per year

Key responsibilities

• Carry out work to strict safety and environmental standards while meeting service targets.
• Complete scheduled inspections in line with Vestas specifications, including replacement and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components.
• Help ensure turbines run smoothly, including support for condition monitoring and remote control systems.
• Keep the service vehicle and warehouse operating efficiently by ordering tools, materials, and spare parts when required.
• Assemble and maintain components according to current procedures and work instructions, using internal or external cranes where needed.

Skills and qualifications

• Trade background in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic work, with a strong desire to grow further in these areas.
• Confidence using computers, tools, and systems for monitoring work and recording documentation.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Clear commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to climb wind turbines and perform physically demanding work at heights and in changing weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel to other locations when needed.
• Comfort working in teams and communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-driven, practical, solution-focused, and well organised.

Benefits and offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in sustainable energy.
• Access to training and development to build technical capability.
• Varied day-to-day work with experienced colleagues locally and internationally.
• Competitive pay along with an attractive benefits package.
• Excellent career growth opportunities in Australia and overseas.
• A workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 13 weeks of paid primary carer leave.
• 3 weeks of paid secondary carer leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Additional information

Vestas may amend or withdraw this role at any time, including before the advertised closing date. All selected candidates must complete a full medical assessment and background check before employment.

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all parts of the community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged.

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About the company

Vestas is a global partner in sustainable energy solutions, with a focus on designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines onshore and offshore. The company has more than 145 GW of wind power installed worldwide, over 40 years of experience in wind energy, and a global workforce of about 29,000 people united by the goal of advancing the energy transition.

Vestas is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing equal access to opportunity for all.