Service Technician - Wind Garden Wind Farm

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Region MED > SBU MED Service > Wind Garden 
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe.
If you are a motivated individual with electrical or mechanical background looking for a new challenge within the renewable industry, then consider this exciting new opportunity. Vestas Southern Africa currently operates and maintains 12 operating wind farms in South Africa, combined installed capacity over 900MW and currently recruiting a Service Technician (On-site based).The position will be based in Wesley Wind Farm (Wesley Windfarm is located of R72 next to Wesley Location, Nqushwa Municipality.) within the EC region. The Wind farm consists of 10 X V126 Mk3A 3.45MW turbines, installed capacity of 34MW

Responsibilities

• Delivery of services on an operational level with respect to process adherence, service quality, safety standards and performance ensured
• Assigned staff is supervised/led/coordinated and a positive and effective working relationship is established / maintained
• People skills development, competencies and training actions are managed including safety related (Safety walks / talks)
• Compliance with Vestas standards across the dedicated site and processes, procedures and / or tools implemented continuously
• Ensures obeying regional laws and regulations- Resource availability given to perform dedicated work orders
• Daily management of dedicated staff and resolve issues with external service provider, customers and internal stakeholders
• Implement defined function specific processes, procedures and/or tools
• Monitor technician's performance and task execution to ensure effective cost control
• Approve work performed and technician timesheets
• Processes technician requests for planned absence
• Manage service crew composition (medium / long term)
• Monitor and track site performance and continuously improve
• Perform inductions for contractors
• Approve working hours of the technicians and sub-contractor's weekly timesheets
• ED Monthly reporting/people data
• Provide 1st level technical support to the technicians
• Complete reports and paperwork as required by Management

Qualifications

• Post-Matric Engineering qualification (National higher Diploma, National Diploma, Trade Test, BTech or equivalent as a minimum)
• Minimum 3 years related work experience within wind industry

Competencies 

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills in both oral and written English; additional local language skills are an advantage
• Ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office software and SAP ERP
• Willingness to travel
• Driver's license

What we offer

As a member of the Vestas team, we offer a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry. Among the many amenities we offer: Medical Aid; annual leave and pension plan

Additional information 

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

 At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.

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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 200 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 39,000 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.