Operations and Maintenance Technician (WTG)

Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Manager, the Operations & Maintenance Technicians are responsible for providing support in the implementation of the operations and maintenance strategy for Moray West Offshore Wind Farm. The Operations & Maintenance Technicians will work closely with the Operations & Maintenance Engineer and Maintenance Planner. They are responsible for the on-site performance of operation and maintenance activities relating to civil and structural infrastructure (both onshore and offshore), Balance of Plant Electrical equipment, Wind Turbine Generators, quayside facilities, and OFTO assets as required.

Main Accountabilities

• Responsible for the supervision of contractors (as required).
• Supporting routine asset inspection activities.
• Responsible for the close out of snagging items.
• Responsible for the performance of interim, preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance activities as defined.
• Perform servicing, trouble shooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic components.
• Repair of paint and/or coating systems.
• General cleaning of boat landings and substructures.
• Prepare, pack and transportation of tools and equipment for maintenance activities.
• Management and use of tools, test equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Responsible for the prompt reporting and investigation of defects, and under performance.
• Supporting subcontractors in the execution of scopes of inspection and maintenance activity.
• Provision of client oversight on all WTG Main component and other major repair activity carried out by all subcontractors on behalf of Moray West.
• Daily reporting on Operational Status using software systems.
• Assist with the authoring and regular update Method Statements and Risk Assessments for operational activities.

Academic Background

• Have completed a full apprenticeship in control instrumentation, mechanical or electrical engineering; formal qualifications such as BTEC or HNC would be advantageous but not essential.
• Evidence of extensive industry specific technical training.
• All current offshore certifications.
• IOSH Managing Safely (Preferable).

Experience

• Extensive experience in an O&M environment within the offshore wind or Oil and Gas industry (preferably 3 to 5 years).
• Meet the physical and medical requirements for working offshore, can work at heights and in restricted or confined spaces.
• Experienced in trouble shooting on mechanical and electrical components.
• Experience of installation and/or commissioning of offshore assets.
• Experience of the management of statutory written schemes of examination (Preferable).
• Offshore or WTG experience at technician level within a Turbine OEM (Preferable).
• Experience of electro mechanical safety rules systems and WTG safety rules (preferably with experience as an authorized person).

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Preferable).
• Knowledge of Electro Mechanical or WTG Safety Rules would be an advantage.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands on, practical aptitude in relation to maintenance activities.
• A team player and calm problem solver, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Organized and methodical approach to problem solving.

Other Requirements

• Fluent English both verbal and written.
• Full UK driving license.

The role will primarily be based at Moray West Offshore Wind Farms Operations & Maintenance Centre located in Buckie, Morayshire. The role will require frequent travel to the offshore assets via Crew Transfer Vessel and from time to time a Service Operation Vessel. The role will require working on a Rota system where working hours and times vary.

At Ocean Winds we welcome candidates from all diverse backgrounds and strive for diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process as inclusive as possible by making reasonable adjustments to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.