Wind Turbine Technician

The position

The role of a Turbine O&M Technician is to support the Turbine O&M Team in the delivery of specific projects. The candidate will provide technical assistance to resolve ongoing issues and implement improvements. A technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, preferably in a turbine discipline, and strong analytical fault‑finding capabilities on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems are required.

The role suits an experienced Wind Turbine Technician who aspires to further develop capabilities in high‑quality maintenance activities and contribute positively to business development.

Must be a good communicator, both written and verbally, and proficient in customer interface at site level and in pre‑task coordination. The candidate will prepare risk assessments, method statements, and other client required procedures, and maintain a high level of health, safety, quality, and environmental awareness.

A flexible approach to work is required, including travel within the UK and Ireland as project needs dictate.

Other areas of knowledge are advantageous but not essential. Training will be provided for the right candidate, which will include:

• Working knowledge of gearbox inspections
• Working knowledge of specialised equipment such as vibration analysis, ultrasound, bore scope, and thermal imaging
• Proficient in analytical fault finding
• Blade repair experience
• Assistance with resolution of onsite technical issues and implementation of technical improvements
• Lead main component replacements
• Identification and specification of tooling requirements
• Technical auditing and assessments
• Preparation of reporting templates and other technical documentation
• Development and delivery of specific in‑house technical training
• Experience working in a health & safety focused environment

• Turbine O&M background
• Team leader
• Coordination of subcontractors
• Health & safety awareness (RA, CoSSH, MS)
• WTSR

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

• Wind turbine maintenance
• Large component exchange (preferred)
• Managing heavy lifting
• Slinger banks man
• Working at height

• Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification (Minimum Level 3 NVQ) or relevant industry experience

At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. We encourage applicants with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view, creating 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.