WT2 - WT3 Authorised Service Technician | Vestas V164 | Burbo Bank

Role Purpose

The Authorised Service Technician (WT2/WT3) is responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of offshore wind turbines to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations, maximising turbine availability. The role involves collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams, mentoring junior technicians, and upholding strict health, safety, environmental (HSE) and quality standards.

• Level Scope:
  • WT2: Experienced technician capable of leading routine maintenance, executing troubleshooting activities with guidance, and supporting component exchanges as required.
  • WT3: Senior technician capable of leading work fronts, executing complex fault diagnosis independently and mentoring/coaching others.

• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on offshore wind turbines in accordance with OEM procedures and site work instructions.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control systems; perform component replacement and functional testing.
• WT2: Lead small work packs; support major component exchanges (e.g., yaw motors, pitch cylinders, generators) under supervision.
• WT3: Plan and lead major component exchanges, oversee lift plans and authorisations, and verify reinstatement to service.

• Adhere to all HSE standards (GWO, OEM/Operator, and site‑specific)
• Complete accurate service reports, NCRs, punch lists, and parts usage in the designated Computerized Maintenance Management System (e.g., SAP/OMS).
• WT3: Act as a safety role model; lead safety briefings, perform quality checks, and champion continuous improvement.

• Work effectively as part of an offshore team to meet availability and production targets.
• Mentor and coach WT1/WT2 technicians; share best practices and technical knowledge.
• Coordinate with CTV/SOV crews, marine control, and balance‑of‑plant teams to optimise work windows.

• Prepare work scopes, tools, parts, and consumables; ensure readiness prior to offshore deployment.
• WT3: Lead daily coordination on the SOV, align plans with weather windows, lifting operations, and vessel schedules.

• Recognised apprenticeship/technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering (EQF Level 3+ or equivalent).
• Demonstrable offshore wind maintenance and/or construction experience;
  Siemens platform exposure preferred.
• Valid GWO BST (Working at Height, Sea Survival, First Aid, Fire Awareness, Manual Handling) and GWO BTT (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic).
• Current offshore medical (e.g., OGUK/ENG1) and fitness assessments (e.g., Chester Step Test/WFA).
• Valid GWO Enhanced First Aid
• Valid GWO Slinger Signaler
• Valid GWO Crane & Hoist Basic User
• Valid WTSR Core

• Vestas V164 WT2 or WT3 platform training/authorisations (mechanical/electrical/hydraulic, rescue, platform‑specific).
• HV awareness or authorisation pathway (e.g., SAP/AP/CP).
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP/Dynamics 365, preferred but not essential.
• Experience with Quality Management systems, preferred but not essential.
• Lifting operations exposure (banksman/slinger) and basic rigging awareness.

• Advanced fault‑finding across electrical and mechanical systems; ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong safety mindset; consistent application of procedures and permits.
• Clear written and verbal communication; accurate reporting and handovers.
• Team leadership, coaching and mentoring (especially at WT3).
• Resilience in offshore conditions; organised, proactive, and solutions‑focused.
• Continuous improvement orientation; identifies and implements efficiency and quality enhancements.

• Avanti Shark e-learning
• WT2/WT3:
  Relevant TSWA Panel Authorisation

• UK-based applicants only
• PAYE only
• CTV-based on a 7/7 rotation