In the Service department, our focus is to provide our clients with high quality and best possible production of their wind power plants. With our long-standing excellent track record and service experience globally, we work to ensure that we manage our clients' plants effectively to get the most out of each turbine while upholding to our commitment to safety standards.
At Vestas Australia, we are currently seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Electrical and Mechanical Technicians that will help assist across AUNZ on multiple sites by providing and engaging in the commissioning, operation and maintenance of Wind Turbine Generators.
In this role you will form a key part of the ANZ WTG People Resources team, reporting to one of the WTG Resource Supervisors. Your primary focus in this role will be to support our Service business with efficient and high quality execution of works, across multiple Windfarms and Construction sites throughout Australia and New Zealand. At times there will also be opportunity to support throughout Asia.
This role is a travelling role (100%), so significant travel will be required along with a need for high degree of flexibility.
Responsibilities
- Undertake a wide variety of tasks in support of the Service business, including commissioning of new wind turbines, 4,6 and 7 MW platform, site service support, scheduled service and breakdowns, CIM upgrades and special tasks changing of main components using the Liftra crane
- Ensure all incidents are reported within specific timeframe and assist the management through to completion
- Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes and practices, employer OH&S and Environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations
- Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorization including operation of HV and LV
- Participate in site toolbox, safety and other meetings as required
- Maintain company equipment, tooling and PPE to a high standard
- Utilising the Vestas systems, organize travel & accommodation for work assignments and training, maintain accurate and timely expense submission for approval
- Actively pursue personal development and look to share knowledge across the business
- Undertake site inductions prior to assignment
- Recording & reporting on activities with a high degree of accuracy
Qualifications
- Electrical or Mechanical Trade certificate, or equivalent proven experience with Service Maintenance and Commissioning within the Vestas WTG Platforms
- High level of WTG Safety & Technical Training
- Valid Driver License
Competencies
- Literate with PC & modern technologies to support your day-to-day work
- Safety focused and ability to find practical and compliant solutions to safety issues
- Ability to read/interpret technical drawings and instructions, to support fault finding and/or maintenance activities
- High level of field-based experience
- Trouble shooting skills
- Experience in main components change out
- Organised and high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Literate with PC and modern technologies to support your day to day work
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to participate effectively both individually and as part of team
- Ability to work in pressure/time critical environment
- Flexibility with work rotations to suit operational requirements
- Experience with HV/LV, hydraulics and mechanical systems
- Ability to work at heights and in confined environments
What we offer
- We offer an exciting opportunity to join the world's leading producer of wind turbines. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. Our working environment is informal and we encourage a good balance between family and work
- A workplace that focuses on safety
- An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy
- The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
- Competitive remuneration
- Global career progression prospects
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
- 13 weeks Paid Primary Carers 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.
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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
