About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service onshore and offshore wind turbines across the globe, and with more than GW of wind turbines in countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and unparalleled more than GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than, employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.
We are powering the energy transition globally, and are experiencing significant growth in Australia and New Zealand. There has never been a better time to consider moving to, or growing your career in the renewable energy industry. We are proud to share the following career opportunity with you, and look forward to receiving your application or enquiry.
About the Role
This role is for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic electrical or mechanical technician to work in our service team. The successful applicant must hold a recognised Australian trade certificate.
The department is a small team environment based on site at Flat Rocks Wind Farm near Kojonup. The technicians report to the site supervisor and are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the wind turbines in accordance with the contract. Support is provided by an administrator and a planner with KPIs given by the Area Service Manager.
The role is offered on an 8:6 roster.
Responsibilities:
1. Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance on as required basis in line with the Service Maintenance Agreement
2. Perform all time registration, parts consumptions and technical feedback reporting as required for each job
3. Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake reactive maintenance on an on-call and rostered basis.
4. Maintain all company vehicles and plant and equipment in good clean condition
5. Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorisation including operation of HV and LV
6. Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensure the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times
7. Complying with the duty of care assigned under WHS legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention
8. Participate in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required
9. Participate in all required training
What We Offer:
10. A professional safety culture
11. A consultative environment
12. The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
13. Global career progression prospects
14. All tools and training for the job
15. PPE, PC and Laptop
16. Site vehicles for shared use
17. Regional allowances and overtime pay
18. Employee Assistance Program
19. Options for travel to explore other sites
Requirements:
20. Electrical/mechanical trade certificate
21. C class Driver’s License
22. Willingness to learn
23. Ability to pick up apps and technical platforms on a PC – advantageous
Additional information
24. All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role
25. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date
Our Benefits
26. Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
27. Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
28. A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
29. Flexible workplace arrangements
30. weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
31. 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
32. Employee Assistance Program
Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.