Wind Turbine O&M Technician | Permanent Role | UK
3R Global Talent #3RGT is a specialist recruitment agency supporting renewable energy, engineering, and technical services organisations across the UK. We partner with leading employers to place skilled professionals into permanent, long-term roles within the renewable energy sector.
Due to continued growth, we are recruiting a Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance Technician for a permanent position supporting onshore wind projects. The role is based in the UK with travel required depending on project needs.
Role Overview
As a permanent Wind Turbine O&M Technician, you will support the delivery of maintenance and improvement activities across operational wind assets. You will provide hands-on technical support, fault finding, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, working closely with site teams and subcontractors.
This role suits an experienced wind turbine technician who is looking to further develop their technical expertise while contributing to continuous improvement and safe, high-quality maintenance delivery.
Experience on Vestas turbine platforms is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out planned and reactive wind turbine maintenance
* Diagnosing and resolving electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults
* Supporting technical improvements and ongoing issue resolution
* Preparing and reviewing Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and site documentation
* Communicating effectively with site teams, subcontractors, and clients
* Supporting large component exchange and heavy lift activities
* Maintaining high standards of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance
Technical Skills and Experience
Essential
* Wind turbine operations and maintenance experience
* Strong mechanical and or electrical fault-finding capability
* Experience working at height and within safety-critical environments
* Ability to travel within the UK and Ireland as required
Desirable
* Experience on Vestas wind turbine platforms
* Large component exchange and main component replacement
* Gearbox inspections and condition monitoring
* Use of diagnostic equipment such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, ultrasound, and borescopes
* Blade inspection or blade repair experience
* Technical reporting and documentation
* Coordinating subcontractors and site activities
Qualifications
* Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification (minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent)
* WTSR and strong Health & Safety awareness
Training and Development
* Ongoing technical training provided
* Opportunities to develop advanced diagnostic, leadership, and specialist skills
* Exposure to a wide range of turbine technologies and maintenance scopes
What Is Offered
* Permanent, full-time employment
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Long-term career development within the renewable energy sector
* Supportive, safety-focused working environment
* Opportunity to work on high-impact renewable energy projects
Diversity and Inclusion
3R Global Talent is committed to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences and believe diverse teams drive innovation, safer working practices, and better outcomes across the renewable energy sector. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and individuals at all stages of their career.