Service Technician - Renewable Energy

About the Role

If you have a keen interest in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics and want to be instrumental in maintaining the smooth operation of wind turbines, this position is for you. Join us as a Service Technician and actively contribute to the global transition towards renewable energy. This role offers the opportunity to apply your electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic expertise while being part of a world-leading sustainable energy company. We provide comprehensive technical training ensuring our technicians are among the most skilled in the industry. Safety is integral to our operations and embedded in everyday tasks.

Work Locations and Schedule

• Positions available across regional Australia; note this is not a fly-in-fly-out role—you must reside within the region.
• Locations include WA (Merredin, Jurian Bay, Geraldton), SA (Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier), VIC (Warnambool, Ballarat, Sale), NSW (Canberra/Goulburn, Inverall/Glen Innes), QLD (Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton), and TAS (Musselroe, Granville Harbour).
• Typical workday comprises 8 hours, with on-call duties approximately once every 3-4 weeks over weekends.
• Annual travel estimated at 50 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to the highest safety and environmental standards while achieving service targets.
• Conduct scheduled service inspections following company specifications, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic parts troubleshooting and replacement.
• Maintain turbine operations using condition monitoring and remote control systems.
• Manage service vehicle readiness and warehouse stock, ordering necessary tools, parts, and materials.
• Assemble and service components per standards and instructions, utilizing cranes if required.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Trade qualifications in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic fields, with eagerness to enhance skills.
• Proficient computer skills and experience using tools and systems for work monitoring and documentation.
• Strong English communication abilities, both written and oral.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Competencies

• Firm commitment to workplace health and safety standards.
• Capability to climb wind turbines and perform physically demanding work at heights and under varied weather conditions.
• Flexibility to travel to additional sites as required.
• Enjoy working collaboratively in teams and engaging with multiple stakeholders, connecting field teams with broader business units.
• Solution-driven mindset, independent work approach, and strong organizational skills.

What We Offer

Joining our team means working for a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, with extensive training and development opportunities. Each day presents new challenges and chances to collaborate with highly skilled professionals locally and internationally. Beyond a competitive salary, we provide an attractive benefits package recognizing your contributions.

Additional Information and Benefits

Applicants should be passionate about renewable energy and eager to work with the world’s leading wind energy solutions provider. Roles are located across Australia and may be amended or withdrawn without notice. Employment is contingent upon successful medical assessment and background checks.

• Work with the world’s foremost wind energy company.
• Excellent career progression opportunities on a national and global scale.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• 13 weeks of paid primary carer’s leave.
• 3 weeks of paid secondary carer’s leave.
• Access to an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

We are committed to attracting and nurturing a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all community sectors, with special encouragement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Company Overview

We specialize in the design, manufacture, installation, and servicing of onshore and offshore wind turbines. Globally, we have installed more wind power capacity than any other company in renewable energy, continuously innovating to create a sustainable future. With over 145 GW installed and four decades of experience, our team of 29,000 employees share the mission to empower the energy transition today and beyond.

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