Service Technician - AU

Role overview

This position is for a Service Technician supporting wind turbine operations for a global renewable energy business. The role combines electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic work to keep turbines running safely and efficiently while contributing to the wider shift toward sustainable energy.

The company provides technical training to help technicians build strong capabilities across the trade. Safety is a core part of the working culture and is embedded into everyday processes.

Work location and schedule

The job is based across regional Australia and is not a FIFO arrangement, so candidates need to be located in or near the region. Possible locations include:

• Western Australia: Merredin, Jurien Bay, Geraldton
• South Australia: Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier
• Victoria: Warrnambool, Ballarat, Sale
• New South Wales: Canberra/Goulburn, Inverell/Glen Innes
• Queensland: Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton
• Tasmania: Musselroe, Granville Harbour

Standard working time is 8 hours per day, with weekend on-call duty roughly once every 3 to 4 weeks. Travel is expected for about 50 days each year.

Key responsibilities

The service team’s main focus is to deliver high-quality maintenance and operational support for wind farms across Australia.

• Carry out work to the highest safety and environmental standards while meeting service targets.
• Perform scheduled inspections as specified by the company, including fault-finding and replacement work on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components.
• Help ensure reliable turbine performance by using condition monitoring and remote control systems.
• Keep the service vehicle and warehouse organized by arranging materials, tools, and spare parts as needed.
• Assemble and maintain components in line with current standards and work instructions, including the use of internal or external cranes when required.

Requirements

• A trade background in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic work, along with a strong interest in further developing those skills.
• Comfortable using computers and different systems for monitoring work and maintaining records.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Clear commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ability to climb wind turbines and carry out physically demanding work at heights and in varied weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when needed.
• Good teamwork and communication skills for working with colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Independent, organized, and solution-focused working style.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognised renewable energy leader.
• Technical training and development support.
• Varied day-to-day work with experienced colleagues locally and internationally.
• Competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.
• Career growth opportunities in Australia and overseas.
• Inclusive workplace culture that supports diversity and inclusion.
• Flexible workplace arrangements.
• 13 weeks of paid primary carer leave.
• 3 weeks of paid secondary carer leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Additional information

Applicants may be asked to complete a full medical assessment and background check before being considered for the role. The employer may change or withdraw the role at any time, including before the closing date.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, with a strong encouragement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

About the company

The employer is a global energy business focused on sustainable wind power solutions. Its work spans the design, manufacturing, installation, and servicing of onshore and offshore wind turbines. With more than 145 GW of installed wind power and over 40 years of experience, the company operates with a global workforce of 29,000 people and aims to continue building a more sustainable future.

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