Description:
Vestas have an exciting position at Port Augusta wind farm for a full time and long-term electrician service technician.
- Monday to Thursday with the occasional weekend
- $52 per hour + Allowance + Superannuation + Bonus
- Immediate start for the right candidate
About the Role
This role is for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic electrical 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 Port Augusta Wind Farm. 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.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that the wind farm runs smoothly by proactively and reactively maintaining equipment
- Be responsible for the safe and effective operation and maintenance of wind farm equipment, including high voltage and low voltage systems
- Make safety and environmental protection your top priority by following strict work methods and procedures to ensure the safety of all personnel and the environment
- Work closely with colleagues to maintain a safe workplace by participating in safety, toolbox or other meetings as required
- Be responsible for keeping company vehicles in top condition, ensuring they are clean and well-maintained
- Comply with OH&S legislation, demonstrating a commitment to accident prevention and ensuring that all work is carried out safely and within relevant guidelines
- Familiarize yourself with the site and its operations by undertaking a comprehensive site induction
- Ensure that all requirements of the Service Maintenance Agreement are met to guarantee the smooth running of the wind farm
- Continuously learn and develop new skills to adapt to changing working conditions, such as new equipment and technologies
- Be willing to undertake any other duties within your competence, skill, qualifications, and experience, as directed, to support the successful operation of the wind farm
Qualifications
- A-Grade Electrical license
- Full clean driving license
- Other relevant, but not required qualifications include: GWO training, working at heights, safety, manual handling, HV/LV rescue, fire awareness, first aid.
Competencies
- Literate with PC & modern technologies to support your day-to-day work
- Strong communicational skills, ability to work in a small team
- Ability to work at heights in confined environments
What We Offer
- A professional safety culture
- A consultative environment
- The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
- Global career progression prospects
- All tools and training for the job
- PPE, PC and Laptop
- Site vehicles for shared use
- Site specific allowances and overtime pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Options for travel to explore other sites
Additional information
- All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role
- 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
- Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
- Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
- A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
- Flexible workplace arrangements
- Market Leading 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
- 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.