About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic electrical or mechanical technician to join our service team. The successful candidate must hold a recognised trade certificate.
The department is a small team environment based on site at our wind farm. The technicians report to the site supervisor and are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with our contract. Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPIs given by the Area 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 plant and equipment in good clean condition
* Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorisation including operation of HV and LV
* Ensure each task is undertaken in a manner that ensures the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times
* Undertake the site induction
* 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
* Electrical or Mechanical trade certificate
* Full clean driving 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
What We Offer
* A professional safety culture
* A consultative environment
* Opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
* Global career progression prospects
* All tools and training for the job
* PPE, PC and Laptop
* Site vehicles for shared use
* Site specific allowances and overtime pay
* Employee Assistance Program
* Options for travel to explore other sites
Benefits
* Market Leading 18weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
* 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
* Flexible workplace arrangements
Vestas is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. However, we do not have any information about Vestas and would like to remove it from this text.