Wind Turbine Technician (Field based) in Glasgow

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This is a remote role based near Glasgow, Scotland with regular travel throughout the UK and Ireland.

The role of a Travelling Wind Turbine O&M Technician would be to support the Turbine O&M Team in the delivery of specific projects. The successful candidate will be required to provide technical assistance to help resolve ongoing issues and/or implement improvements. We are looking for candidates who have a technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, preferably in a turbine discipline, and with good analytical fault-finding capabilities on Electrical, Mechanical & Hydraulic systems. Experience on major OEM brands such as Vestas, Siemens, Nordex, Gamesa or Senvion wind turbines is highly valued.

Accountabilities

• The role would suit an experienced Wind Turbine Technician who aspires to further develop their own capabilities in the delivery of high-quality maintenance activities and is willing to contribute positively to the continued development of the business.
• Be a good communicator both written & verbally and be proficient in customer interface at site level and in pre-task co-ordination.
• The suitable candidate will be comfortable in preparing Risk Assessments, Method statements and other client required procedures and be willing to adapt a high level of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental awareness.
• A flexible approach to work is necessary as the travelling technician role requires regular travel throughout the UK & Ireland.

Other areas of knowledge would be advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided for the right candidate which will include:

• Working knowledge of gearbox inspections
• Working knowledge of specialised equipment such as vibration analysis, ultrasound, bore scope and thermal imaging
• Proficient in analytical fault finding
• Blade repair experience
• Can assist with the resolution of onsite technical issues and implement technical improvements
• Ability to support main component replacements
• Identify and specify tooling requirements
• Can conduct technical auditing & assessments
• Preparation of reporting templates and other technical documentation
• Can develop and deliver specific in-house technical training
• Has worked in a Health & Safety focused environment

Knowledge

• Turbine O&M background – Vestas, Siemens, Gamesa, Senvion Technologies
• Team leader
• Co-ordination of subcontractors
• H&S Awareness (RA, CoSSH, MS)
• WTSR

Skills

• Mechanical or Electrical fault finding
• Use of Hydraulic tooling
• Blade repairs
• Good communication both written & verbal
• Use of Microsoft Office applications
• Reporting

Experience

• Wind Turbine maintenance
• Large component exchange
• Managing heavy lifting
• Working at height

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ)

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