Vestas are the global leader in wind power solutions. We are powering the energy transition globally, and are experiencing significant growth in Australia and New Zealand. There has never been a better time to consider moving to, or growing your career in the renewable energy industry. We are proud to share the following career opportunity with you, and look forward to receiving your application or enquiry.
38-hour weeks with potential for overtime
Entry level rate: $***** per hour + Allowances + Superannuation + Bonus
All training, uniform, tools, and devices provided
This role is for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic electrician or mechanical technician to work in our service team as a technician. The successful applicant must hold a recognised Australian trade certificate.
The department is a small team environment based on site at Dundonnell Wind Farm which is home to 80 Vestas turbines. The technicians report to the site supervisor and are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with the contract. Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPIs given by the Service Manager.
Responsibilities
Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance as required
Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake reactive maintenance on a rostered basis
Maintain all company vehicles and keep plant equipment in good clean condition
Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorisation including operation of HV and LV
Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensure the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times
Undertake the site induction
Undertake the requirements of the SMA (Service Maintenance Agreement)
Complying with the duty of care assigned under OH&S legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention
Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer OH&S and Environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations
Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required
Participate in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required
All other duties within competence, skill, qualifications and experience as directed
Qualifications
Australian Electrical License
and/or Mechanical trade certificate
Full drivers license
Competencies
Literate with PC & modern technologies to support your day-to-day work
Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities
Any knowledge of PLC and/or SCADA systems
Motivation to learn new skills and thrive in a growing industry
Understanding of safety principles, willing to adhere to and drive safety compliance company-wide
Experience with HV/LV, hydraulics, and mechanical systems in a residential, commercial, and/or industrial environment
Proficient in the use of various hand tools
Strong communicational skills, ability to work in a small team
Ability to work at heights in confined environments
Additional information
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job
The successful applicant must live within an hour of site
We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date
Our Benefits
Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
Flexible workplace arrangements
18 weeks Paid Parental Leave
3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers 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.
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
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