Service Technician

Vestas Deutschland GmbH; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wind energy solutions provider is hiring a Wind Service Technician in Prestwick, Scotland. This role involves maintaining and repairing wind turbines, ensuring safety and service standards are met. Candidates should have a background in mechanical or electrical fields, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work at heights. An attractive benefits package is offered, including private healthcare and a pension scheme. Join us to contribute to a greener future in renewable energy.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

25 days annual holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record in mechanical or electrical work.
• Ability to work at heights of 100 meters and in adverse weather conditions.
• Possess a full, clean driving license.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed knowledge of wind turbines for maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure safety and service targets are met during fieldwork.
• Troubleshooting on wind turbine systems.

Skills

Mechanical or electrical background

Problem solving skills

Fault finding

Good verbal and written communication

Computer literacy

Education

Formal qualification in mechanical or electrical field

Apprenticeship

Job description

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

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 and Global Offshore > NCE > Scotland South 2

The Service Department is responsible for service and maintenance of the wind farms within UK and Ireland. 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

• You will be required to develop a detailed knowledge of our wind turbines to enable you to perform daily maintenance and repairs and other field service related tasks.
• Working to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met, you will be part of a team of service technicians working throughout the region
• Other duties may also be to carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas specifications together with component replacement (both electrical and mechanical)
• Troubleshooting on the systems
• This is a regional based role and so travel throughout the region is to be expected.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in:

• A mechanical, electrical and/or electronics background, with good solid evidence of problem solving and fault finding
• You will have a formal qualification in one or more of the above and/or have served an apprenticeship.
• You will possess a full, clean driving license.
• The ability to work at height of 100 meters and in adverse weather conditions
• Excellent problem solving and fault-finding skills, experience of team working
• A proactive approach, be self-motivated and well organized
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An excellent understanding of, and commitment to, the highest standard of health & safety in the work environment
• A good level of computer literacy
• Previous accreditation as an AT/CT under WTSR would be advantageous

What we offer

We offer an attractive benefits package that will include private healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days annual holiday plus statutory bank holidays.

Additional information

You will be working in this area but may also involve working across the region and UK as well. You may also be asked to support other regions if required by the business. The initial training period for this role will require travel to Denmark and throughout the UK with overnight stays which may be for a few weeks at a time.

You should live in the South West Scotland - Stranraer Area.

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 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. 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.

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