Service Technician - Australia

About the Role

Are you passionate about electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and want to play a crucial role in maintaining wind turbines? Join Vestas as a Service Technician and contribute to advancing the global shift towards renewable energy. At Vestas, you will take part in comprehensive technical training programs designed to develop your expertise. Safety is embedded in everything we do to protect our people and our environment.

The service team focuses on delivering exceptional maintenance and operational support for wind farms across Australia.

Work Locations and Conditions

• Positions available across regional Australia; this is not a fly-in-fly-out role. Candidates must be located within the servicing regions listed below:
• Western Australia: Merredin, Jurien Bay, Geraldton
• South Australia: Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier
• Victoria: Warrnambool, Ballarat, Sale
• New South Wales: Canberra/Goulburn, Inverell/Glen Innes
• Queensland: Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton
• Tasmania: Musselroe, Granville Harbour

Standard working hours are eight hours per day. Technicians will be on-call roughly once every three to four weekends. Annual travel days average around 50 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to strict safety and environmental procedures while achieving service targets.
• Conduct periodic inspections following Vestas' specifications, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic component troubleshooting and replacement.
• Ensure turbines operate smoothly, utilizing condition monitoring and remote control systems.
• Manage service vehicles and maintain warehouse stock by ordering tools, materials, and spare parts as necessary.
• Assemble and service turbine components using proper standards and possibly facility cranes.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Trade qualification in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulics with enthusiasm to enhance your skills further.
• Proficient computer skills with experience in tools and systems for monitoring and documentation.
• Competent English communication skills, both writing and speaking.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards in the workplace.
• Physically capable of climbing turbines and performing labor-intensive tasks in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel between worksites as needed.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication across diverse stakeholders.
• Self-driven, well-organized, and solution-focused.

What We Provide

Become part of the world's leading provider of wind energy solutions, with ongoing training and global networking opportunities. Each day presents new challenges and collaboration with skilled professionals locally and internationally. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Additional Information

• Employment locations vary across Australia; candidates must reside within the applicable region.
• All potential employees will undergo full medical assessments and background checks.
• We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Beware of fraudulent recruitment activities impersonating our company.

Company Overview

Vestas leads the energy industry in sustainable solutions, specializing in wind turbine design, manufacturing, installation, and servicing worldwide. With over 145 GW installed and more than 40 years in wind energy, Vestas is an industry pioneer focused on innovative technologies for a sustainable future. Our global team exceeds 29,000 employees united to power sustainable energy solutions today and beyond.