Service Technician

Do you want to be a part of a greener future? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a growing industry? Do you have electrical or mechanical experience and would like to work as a Wind Service Technician? This is a great opportunity for you!

Region NCE > SBU NCE Service > Inch Cape

At almost 1.1 gigawatts, Inch Cape is one of Scotland's largest Offshore Wind Farms approximately 15km off the coast of Angus in the North Sea firth. Based on the Port in Montrose, Scotland you will be working in the Service department for Vestas who are the OEM and responsible for the maintenance and repair of 72 x V236 15MW offshore wind turbines. You will be part of a team of technicians working throughout the region responsible for the maintenance and repair of the wind turbines. You will be required to develop a detailed knowledge of our wind turbines to enable you to perform daily maintenance and other field service-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas's specifications
• Component replacement (both electrical and mechanical) and troubleshooting on the systems
• Maintaining and upgrading Service activities & creating follow-up orders
• Ensuring a safe work practice by acting in compliance with Vestas HSE requirements
• Ensuring own P.P.E checks are done, and monthly check sheets are logged
• Working with both the other technicians and supervisors in the field, whilst also having regular contact with the office-based staff
• Registration of time and material consumption in Vestas systems (e.g., SAP)

Qualifications

• Completion of an electrical or mechanical apprenticeship or practical experience in relevant fields
• Technical education (Electrical/Mechanical) NVQ/HNC/HND/BTEC 
• Previous accreditation as an AT/CT under WTSR would be advantageous
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities
• Good knowledge of Microsoft products (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams) and general IT, possibly with SAP experience
• Fluent English
• Full Driving License

Competencies

• A strong aptitude and willingness to learn
• Skilled motivator and inspirer of the team
• Efficient continuous improvement mindset
• A motivated team player willing to learn new skills and seek help when needed
• Effective problem solver
• Effective communication skills, ability to work in a small team
• Highly safety-minded and comfortable working offshore and at heights

What we offer

Working as a Service Technician at Vestas is your opportunity to leverage your proficiency in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics while being part of one of the global leaders in sustainable energy solutions. We offer technical training programs to ensure that Vestas' Service Technicians are some of the most technically accomplished people in the industry. We take elaborate measures to keep you safe - at Vestas, we operate by a safety-first principle and working safely is a condition of employment. Every day will be different, and it will give you a chance to work with some experienced colleagues both locally and further afield. Apart from this, Vestas offers an attractive salary and benefits package.

Additional information

Based at the Port in Montrose, you will work on a 2-week on/2-weeks off rotation, travelling by Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) to the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm daily. Those not within a commutable distance to the Montrose area can also be considered as a travelling technician. Additionally, for the first 18th months travel to different locations will also take place due to training purposes. We look forward to seeing your application as soon as possible, as interviews will be held on a regular basis. We amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.  All inquiries are treated confidentially.
Please be advised to apply on or before the 10th of October. All inquiries are treated confidentially. 

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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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