Wind Turbine Technician - Major Components
Wind Turbine Technician - Major Components
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DEUTSCHE WINDTECHNIK is Germanys largest Independent Service Provider offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source. With more than 6600 WTGs under contract and more than 1800 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 WTGs/700MW under Service & Maintenance contracts our aim being to expand further into the onshore market. Deutsche WindtechnikLtds head office is located in Livingston.
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.
The position of Wind Turbine Technician Major Components requires a willingness to travel frequently throughout the United Kingdom. The technician will be responsible for conducting routine preventative maintenance on wind turbines encompassing mechanical electrical gearbox and hydraulic systems. Additionally the role entails performing unscheduled maintenance executing retrofits responding to emergency breakdowns and facilitating major component exchanges when necessary.
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
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
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 preemployment 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 individuals 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
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
If so we would like to get to know you!
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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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
