At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair wind turbines, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join a leading wind turbine manufacturer with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £41,000, overtime, bonuses, and 33 days holiday.
- Other info: Flexible hours, early finishes on Fridays, and clear progression paths.
- Why this job: Be part of the renewable energy revolution and grow your career.
- Qualifications: HNC, NVQ, Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 45000 £ per year.
Astute's Renewables team is partnering with one of the world's largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Service Technician for its site South of Inverness, Scotland. The Service Technician role comes with a starting salary of £41,000, plus overtime, bonus and pension scheme and great career progression opportunities.
If you're an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with a Level 3 or Equivalent qualification and you are looking to work for an organisation that offers a great team working environment, then upload your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and dutiesAs a Service Technician you will:
- Perform maintenance both scheduled and unscheduled according to company manuals and regulations.
- Perform fault finding, troubleshooting and ad hoc repairs with autonomy when necessary.
- Carry out more complex repairs/exchanges of components in collaboration with technical support including the lead technician.
- Conduct all preparations works for maintenance activities.
- Ensure HSE is a high focus by always following the regulations in place.
- Ensure all equipment including vehicles to ensure all in good working and roadworthy order.
- Complete any reporting accurately and on time.
- Complete inventory checks and be responsible for ensuring materials needed are on site.
- Other required service tasks.
We are looking for someone with the following:
- HNC, NVQ, Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical training/education.
- Basic HSE knowledge and ability to develop skill set in this area.
- Computer literate, using MS office, SAP and inhouse data systems.
- Chester Step would be an advantage.
- Experienced in understanding technical data to fault find and problem solve.
- Knowledge of reading electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical diagrams.
- Must hold valid driving license.
The Service Technician role would suit someone who is:
- Able to work at heights, outside in all conditions.
- A great team player.
- Agile and able to adapt in a fast-paced industry.
- Flexible to work overtime.
- Proactive in their approach to tasks.
- Salary of £41,000
- Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
- Mon-Fri working week, with early finish Fridays!
- Weekends on call (1 in 3)
- 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme, Cycle Scheme, EAP Scheme
- 5% company bonus
Service Technician Onshore Wind in Fort William employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Astute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability in the renewable energy sector. With a competitive salary of up to £70k and a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible options like electric vehicle leasing and health insurance, employees are well-supported in their professional growth. The company fosters a culture of mentorship and collaboration, ensuring that team members have ample opportunities for career development while contributing to meaningful projects across the South Midlands and South England region.
Contact Details:
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
