Travelling Technician

Do you want a job out of the ordinary? Do you have an interest and experience in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic work? Do you like to travel and have a physical and complex job? As a traveling technician at Vestas, you get a job out of the ordinary in an industry that is about to take Norway by storm. You will be one of our most important resources and be responsible for service and maintenance of our wind farms.

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We want to deliver the best results in Vestas, at the same time as we want to be the best workplace for our employees in Vestas. Vestas shall be the best in terms of safety, working environment and customer satisfaction.

The Norwegian service department with headquarters in Trondheim is responsible for service and maintenance of all Vestas' wind farms in Norway. The department has an open and informal culture where teamwork and good communication are the key to our achievement.

Responsibilities
We are looking for service technicians who will be part of a service team responsible for service and maintenance of our wind turbines in the areas: Trondheim

Your responsibility will primarily be:

• Take ownership of the wind farm
• Preventive replacement of wear parts on wind turbines - mechanical as well as electrical
• Troubleshooting and error correction of wind turbines
• Annual service at the park's wind turbines
• Work to achieve the least possible down-time

Qualifications
We want you to have:

• Electrical or Mechanical Diploma
• Several years of experience in service and maintenance, potentially with Mechanical background
• Driver's license at B
• Good Norwegian and English skills, oral and written
• Skills with PC as a tool

Competencies
We are looking for someone who is:

• Good at working separately, and in teams with good communication skills, as there is a lot of interaction with stakeholders that take place at a distance
• Solution-oriented with a positive attitude
• High focus on safety
• Good physical shape, not afraid to work at a height
• Ready for travel

What we offer
We offer an exciting and interesting job with good professional and personal development opportunities. You will work in an inspiring, international work environment at one of the world's largest producers of modern energy. We have a solid focus on personal development and believe that the most valuable resource in any company is the employee.

There would also be an option of Vestas paying for an apartment near site if needed.

Additional information
In the first period of 6 months, there will be intensive training and education on our wind turbines. During this period, you must expect a shift of 2-3 weeks training, 1 week off. After training, you will transfer to a rotation scheme of 2 weeks work, 2 weeks off. (16/12 schedule)
As most departures will be by plane, we want you to live within an hour's distance from a international airport either in Norway or Denmark. The position requires that you are in good physical shape and that you can pass a medical health test in Denmark / Norway.

If the above match your skills and qualifications, please apply no later than May 23rd, 2024. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. 

For additional information about the position, please contact: Team lead Ole Hofstad at +4747702104.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.