Are you interested in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics and do you want to play an important part in keeping our wind turbines running?
Do you want to contribute to the transition towards a world powered by renewable energy?
Working as a Service Technician at Vestas gives you the opportunity to leverage your electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic experience while being part of the global leader in sustainable energy solutions. We offer technical training programs to ensure that Vestas' Service Technicians are some of the most technically accomplished people in the industry. At Vestas, safety is one of our core principles and is integrated into all our day-to-day processes. Join us in fulfilling our vision of becoming the global leader in sustainable energy solutions.
Location & Travel
* Work location: Across Regional Australia (not a FIFO role and you will need to be in the region)
o WA - Merredin, Jurian Bay, Geraldton
o SA - Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier
o VIC - Warnambool, Ballarat, Sale
o NSW - Canberra/Goulburn, Inverall/Glen Innes
o QLD - Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton
o TAS - Musselroe, Granville Harbour
* Working hours: 8 hours/day, approximately on call once every 3-4 weeks on the weekend
* Travel: approximately 50 days/year
Responsibilities
* Work to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met
* Carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas' specifications alongside electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic component replacement and troubleshooting
* Ensure smooth operation of our turbines and use of our systems within condition monitoring and remote control
* Maintain an efficient service vehicle and well-stocked warehouse by ordering materials, tools, and spare parts when needed
* Assemble and service components according to current standards and work instructions, using internal or external cranes if necessary
Qualifications
* Electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic trade accompanied by a passion to develop your skills further within these fields
* Good computer skills; experienced in handling different tools or systems to monitor work and documentation
* Good English skills, both written and verbal
* Valid driver's licence
Competencies
* Strong commitment to health and safety in the work environment
* Ability to climb a wind turbine and perform physical labour at heights in varying weather conditions
* Willingness to travel to other sites when required
* Team-oriented and able to communicate with multiple stakeholders, including field and business teams
* Solutions-oriented, independent, and well organized
Benefits
* Training and development to match a competitive salary
* Attractive benefits package
* Career development opportunities nationally and globally
* Diversity and inclusion embraced workplace
* Flexible arrangements
* 13 weeks paid primary carer's leave
* 3 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
* Employee assistance program
Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
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