Travelling Service Technician

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.