Wind turbine technician

Role Overview

Do you want to work to make Power for Good? We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.

The role of a Turbine O&M Technician would be to support the Turbine O&M Team in the delivery of specific projects. The successful candidate will be required to provide technical assistance to help resolve ongoing issues and/or implement improvements.

This role will be based near Campbeltown, Scotland.

• Technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, preferably in a turbine discipline, with good analytical fault‑finding capabilities on electrical, mechanical & hydraulic systems.
• Experience on Vestas/Gamesa and/or Siemens wind turbines is highly valued.
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ).

The role suits an experienced Wind Turbine Technician who aspires to further develop their own capabilities in the delivery of high‑quality maintenance activities and is willing to contribute positively to the continued development of the business.

• Be a good communicator, both written & verbal, and be proficient in customer interface at site level and in pre‑task coordination.
• Prepare Risk Assessments, Method Statements and other client‑required procedures and be willing to adapt a high level of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental awareness.
• Flexible approach to work will be required as travel within the UK & Ireland will be necessary depending on project needs.
• Assist with the resolution of on‑site technical issues and implement technical improvements.
• Take and lead main component replacements.
• Identify and specify tooling requirements.
• Conduct technical auditing & assessments.
• Prepare reporting templates and other technical documentation.
• Develop and deliver specific in‑house technical training.
• Work in a Health & Safety focused environment.

• Turbine O&M background – Vestas/Siemens Technologies.
• Team leader.
• Co‑ordination of subcontractors.
• H&S Awareness (RA, CoSSH, MS).
• WTSR.

• Mechanical or electrical fault finding.
• Use of hydraulic tooling.
• Blade repairs.
• Good communication both written & verbal.
• Use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Reporting.

• Wind turbine maintenance.
• Large component exchange.
• Managing heavy lifting.
• Working at height.

At RES, we celebrate difference as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.