Overview
DEUTSCHE WINDTECHNIK (DWT) is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source. With more than 6,600 WTGs under contract and more than 1,800 employees operating in several European countries, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services in the European wind energy sector.
At Deutsche Windtechnik Ltd, (DWT) we prioritise our people and make it our mission to offer customers a choice beyond traditional OEM service provision. Our vision is to be the preferred independent service provider for all wind farm owners and operators by making our services safer, cleaner, efficient, compliant, and right the first time.
Role
The wind turbine technician will be responsible for the routine preventative maintenance on wind turbine, mechanical, electrical, gearbox and hydraulic systems. Unscheduled maintenance and carry out retrofits along with emergency breakdown and major component exchanges are also a key responsibility.
Responsibilities
* Provide preventative and corrective maintenance on wind turbines as per DWT instructions
* Completion of all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, AWPs, etc.
* Lead a team of technicians ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed
* Replacement of major turbine components e.g. generators and gearboxes
* Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
* Assist in all areas of site operations
* Provide safe access and egress to all people in the work party
* Establish and maintain general safety in the system
* Comply with customer site rules
* Report all incidents and occurrences as per Deutsche Windtechnik company Health and Safety policy
* Be willing to be trained and conduct statutory inspections as and when required
* Partake in the rota for on-call cover on weekends and bank holidays
Qualifications
* Relevant formal qualifications minimum SVQ/NVQ level 3 (electrical, mechanical etc) and/or comprehensive experience in a relevant industry
* Ideally two years of hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical experience in an industrial environment e.g. wind farms, power stations, industrial process plant or similar heavy engineering maintenance environments
* Valid driving licence
* Preferred: Valid health and safety certificates
* Preferred: IT proficiency in MS Suite
Attributes
* Teamwork and collaboration
* Ability to work at heights
* Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
* Strategic and analytical thinker
* Problem solving
* Willingness to travel on occasional basis
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Strong communication skills
Other essentials
* Pass a pre-employment medical and fitness test before a formal offer of employment is confirmed
* You will also need to provide the correct Right to Work documentation and relevant qualifications
EEO
DWT does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits. Please make us aware if there are any adjustments that need to be made during the recruitment process.
Benefits
* 32 days of annual leave (increasing with length of service)
* Private Health Insurance
* An Employee Assistance Programme that offers 24/7 confidential support
* A Private Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance
Application
If so, we would like to get to know you! Apply directly via the button: “Apply now”. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.
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