Wind Turbine Technician

3 weeks ago

Inverness, United Kingdom Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd. Full time
Wind Turbine Technician - Major Components at Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd. | softgarden View job here Wind Turbine Technician - Major Components
  • Full Time
  • Inverness
  • With Professional Experience
  • 8/25/24

DEUTSCHE WINDTECHNIK is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source. With more than 6,600 WTGs under contract and more than 1,800 employees operating in several European countries, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services in the European wind energy sector. 

 In 2015, Deutsche Windtechnik entered the UK market and now has over 640 WTG’s/700MW under Service & Maintenance contracts, our aim being to expand further into both onshore and offshore markets. Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd‘s head office is located in Edinburgh. 

 You will work closely with all departments in the UK and other group companies to ensure we are providing a level of service expected from a market leader. Although the majority of your time will be spent working in the UK you may be expected to spend some periods working with colleagues in Germany and in other DWT group countries. 

 At Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd, we need to make our people our priority and make it our mission to give customers a choice outside of traditional OEM service provision. Our vision is to be the preferred independent service provider for all wind farm owners and operators by making our services safer, cleaner, efficient, compliant, and right the first time. 

Role Clarification

Location 

Flexible – Regular travel required throughout the United Kingdom  

 

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities 

Wind Turbine Technician - Major Components

An experienced major component turbine technician is responsible for the following: 

  • Replacement of turbine major components e.g. generators and gearboxes 

  • Up tower repair projects 

  • Supporting on all Engineering Projects 

  • Support of troubleshooting and service when not carrying out major component replacements. 

  • Lead a team of technicians ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed at all times 

  • Troubleshoot on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems 

  • Assist in all areas of site operations – including servicing when not on major components 

  • Ensure that all relevant tooling and equipment is certified and ready for use 

  • Comply with customer site rules 

  • Report all incidents and occurrences as per Deutsche Windtechnik company Health and Safety policy 

  • Partake in rota for on call cover on weekends and bank holidays 

  • Communicate effectively to clients and all levels of the business  

  • Must be willing to travel regularly  

 

Qualifications

As a minimum the candidate should have:  

  • Relevant formal qualifications minimum SVQ/ NVQ level 3 (electrical, mechanical etc) and/or comprehensive experience in a relevant industry 

  • Ideally two years of hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical experience in an industrial environment e.g. wind farms, power stations, industrial process plant or similar heavy engineering maintenance environments 

  • Valid driving licence 

Candidates will preferably have

  • Heavy lifting experience  

  • Slinger signaller certification 

  • Previous wind turbine experience 

  • Valid health and safety certificates 

  • IT proficient on MS Suite 

  • Experience of working under CDM 

Personal

The following attributes are required in all candidates 

  • Teamwork and collaboration  

  • The ability to work at heights 

  • Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions 

  • Strategic and analytical thinker 

  • Problem solving 

  • Willingness to travel on occasional basis 

  • Strong interpersonal skills 

  • Strong communication skills 

 Other essentials you need to have:

  • Pass a pre-employment medical and fitness test before a formal offer of employment is confirmed. 

  • You will also need to provide the correct Right to Work documentation and relevant qualifications.  

Deutsche Windtechnik is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at DWT is based solely on an individual’s merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. DWT does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits. 

 Please make us aware if there are any adjustments that need to be made during the recruitment process 

We Offer:

  • The opportunity to be part of one team that support each other and work together 

  • A challenging and diverse work environment 

  • Opportunities for professional and personal development  

  • Celebrate achievements together at yearly company events 

  • 32 days annual leave (increases with length of service) 

  • Private Health Insurance (which includes free online GP appointments, travel insurance and optical/ dental cash back option) 

  • Employee Assistance Programme which provides employees with 24/7 confidential help 

  • Private Pension Scheme 

  • Life Assurance  

  • Performance related bonus  

Have we sparked your interest?

If so, we would like to get to know you 

Apply directly via the button: "Apply now".

Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we are unable to get in contact with all applicants.  If you have not heard from us within three weeks of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.  

 

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