Electrician - Wind Farm Technician
About The Role
We're currently seeking a trade-qualified Electrician looking for a challenge beyond the ordinary and interested in becoming a Wind Turbine Technician.
This role will give you an exciting opportunity to work in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector, helping to deliver clean, sustainable power while building a rewarding career in a dynamic industry.
You’ll receive fully funded training in wind turbine systems and GWO, plus the stability of full-time employment. This permanent role operates on a four-day week roster, with occasional overtime, so we’re looking for someone who already lives locally or is prepared to relocate to Geraldton.
Mumbida Wind Farm is a 55MW renewable energy project located on farming land approximately 40km southeast of Geraldton Western Australia, Mumbida Wind Farm utilises 22 x 2.5MW General Electric wind turbines.
As an Electrical Wind Turbine Technician, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbine systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Working both independently and as part of a team, you will play a key role in maintaining high safety, quality, and operational standards.
If you have industrial electrical experience, are interested in becoming a Wind Turbine Technician, and have a passion for renewable energy, we’d love to hear from you.
When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 55,000 people all driven by a common purpose: to be your partner for sustainable energy solutions. We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy and resources sector.
Who We Are
As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 20 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from Design to maintenance.
SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.
This role sits within in our Power Services division which provides operations and maintenance services to over 30 power generation assets across Australia. Guided by our vision - working together to deliver a sustainable and low-carbon energy future - SPIE Power Services is a leading asset management partner for complex and critical infrastructure.
Trusted for performance - Managing today, Protecting tomorrow, Safe hands, Simple Solutions.
Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.
What You’ll Do
As a leading global asset management partner, we create an inclusive and caring workplace where every person feels valued, recognised, and supported to thrive. We prioritise safety and wellbeing, nurture a culture of genuine care, and empower our people with meaningful career progression across our global organisation.
We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life.
Please note that our recruitment process includes standard background checks, which may involve a pre-employment medical assessment. In certain cases, candidates may also be required to provide a valid police clearance certificate. These steps help ensure we maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
We're currently seeking a trade-qualified Electrician looking for a challenge beyond the ordinary and interested in becoming a Wind Turbine Technician.
This role will give you an exciting opportunity to work in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector, helping to deliver clean, sustainable power while building a rewarding career in a dynamic industry.
You’ll receive fully funded training in wind turbine systems and GWO, plus the stability of full-time employment. This permanent role operates on a four-day week roster, with occasional overtime, so we’re looking for someone who already lives locally or is prepared to relocate to Geraldton.
Mumbida Wind Farm is a 55MW renewable energy project located on farming land approximately 40km southeast of Geraldton Western Australia, Mumbida Wind Farm utilises 22 x 2.5MW General Electric wind turbines.
As an Electrical Wind Turbine Technician, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbine systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Working both independently and as part of a team, you will play a key role in maintaining high safety, quality, and operational standards.
If you have industrial electrical experience, are interested in becoming a Wind Turbine Technician, and have a passion for renewable energy, we’d love to hear from you.
When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 55,000 people all driven by a common purpose: to be your partner for sustainable energy solutions. We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy and resources sector.
Who We Are
As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 20 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from Design to maintenance.
SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.
This role sits within in our Power Services division which provides operations and maintenance services to over 30 power generation assets across Australia. Guided by our vision - working together to deliver a sustainable and low-carbon energy future - SPIE Power Services is a leading asset management partner for complex and critical infrastructure.
Trusted for performance - Managing today, Protecting tomorrow, Safe hands, Simple Solutions.
Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.
What You’ll Do
- Perform planned electrical & mechanical preventative maintenance routines and make performance checks as required.
- Repair, refurbish or replace defective plant equipment and perform corrective maintenance activities as required to restore plant and equipment performance.
- Operate and / or assist with the operation of all assigned plants.
- Complete high voltage equipment maintenance and high voltage switching operations.
- Document all activities, readings taken, materials and time used to input information into the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Ensure adherence to Quality Assurance requirements by performing technical procedures, inspections, and test plans.
- Respond to afterhours call out in accordance with the Standby/call out roster.
- Participate in appropriate training both formally and informally (by passing on own expertise) as required.
- Occasional travel across sites and locations to support maintenance across different platforms and locations as required.
- Accredited Electrical Trade Qualification
- High Voltage Switching experience and qualification desirable.
- Strong safety awareness and practical problem-solving ability
- Comfortable working at heights and in variable weather
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies
- Industrial Electrical Experience desirable
- Current Driver’s License
- People First, Always - SPIE Power Services is built on genuine care - care for safety, wellbeing and each other.
- Your Contribution Counts - Recognition is woven into everyday experience.
- Everyone Belongs - Diversity strengthens SPIE Power Services, and inclusion ensures everyone thrives.
- Grow with Confidence - SPIE Power Services is a place where careers evolve through structured development, hands-on learning, and exposure to multiple technologies and sectors.
- Excellence in Every Asset - SPIE Power Services is trusted by major utilities and infrastructure partners for its technical capability and reliability.
As a leading global asset management partner, we create an inclusive and caring workplace where every person feels valued, recognised, and supported to thrive. We prioritise safety and wellbeing, nurture a culture of genuine care, and empower our people with meaningful career progression across our global organisation.
We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life.
Please note that our recruitment process includes standard background checks, which may involve a pre-employment medical assessment. In certain cases, candidates may also be required to provide a valid police clearance certificate. These steps help ensure we maintain a safe and compliant workplace.