Service Technician - Uptower Repair

Vestas is the largest renewable energy solutions provider in the World.  Vestas NCE is responsible for sales, construction, and servicing of wind projects in Benelux and other European Markets. Service Sales works with multiple functions in an international environment to deliver on Vestas "profitable growth" strategy.
 

SBU NCE > Service Operation Support > Special Task > Uptower Repair
 

Purpose and reason for the existence of the job
Do you have hands-on mechanical, hydraulic or electrical experience and would like to work on service of wind turbines? Join Vestas as a Service Technician (f/m/d) and work with innovative technologies around 100 meters and more above the ground. Become a part of Vestas Department Special Task.

This Vestas Onshore Service department is mainly responsible for repair of gearboxes and generators uptower on wind turbines in multiple windfarms in the Netherlands and Belgium. The department has an open and informal culture, where teamwork and good communication is the key to our success. You will have the opportunity to work in an exciting industry and in a team of highly motivated employees.

Responsibilities: 

• Working at heights to perform reparation of generator and/or gearboxes
• Developing a detailed knowledge of our wind turbines 
• Installation and usage of our Condition Monitoring equipment
• Responsible for electrical and mechanical operations
• Usage of our remote control systems
• Creating follow up orders and inspection reports
• You will work with high voltage
• Working to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met, you will be part of a team of Technicians (f/m/d)  working throughout the region
• Other responsibilities will be to carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas specifications

Qualifications    

• Experience or degree within electricity or mechanics. You are also eager to develop your skills within these areas
• Hydraulic experience is a big plus
• Professional experience in this area
• Basic knowledge of MS Office
• Very good knowledge of Dutch and English
• Driver's license class B, in our desire BE

Competencies    

• Comfortable with working at heights
• Safety awareness
• Open and friendly attitude
• Good organisational skills
• Good interpersonal and customer relation skills

What we Offer
We offer a challenging job, an excellent learning environment, and opportunities for a career at the world's leading wind turbine manufacturer.
You will become part of a highly professional environment in a growing industry. An attractive salary and benefits package is included.
 

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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.