Supervisor - Wind Turbine Technician

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POSITION INFO:

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supervisor - Wind Turbine Technician to join our team for a short-term contract in the Western Cape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of wind turbine systems, ensuring safety compliance, and leading a team in fault analysis and resolution. If you have a strong background in renewable energy, particularly in wind power, and possess excellent technical and leadership skills, we invite you to apply.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled maintenance tasks on wind turbines, including inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and component replacement.
• Lead fault analyses and repairs of wind turbine generator systems, working both independently and with a team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical malfunctions.
• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance on wind turbine generator systems to ensure optimal operation.
• Document all service activities, including fault findings, repairs, and maintenance, in service reports, logbooks, and checklists.
• Replace malfunctioning or worn-out components, perform torquing, and greasing operations.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Supervise and guide a team of technicians, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to the highest standards.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• University degree or professional training in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (e.g., Electrician, Power Electronics System, Mechatronic Engineer).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in renewable energy, with wind energy experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS-Office and basic computer operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and fault-finding expertise, with the ability to identify and correct faults, defects, and issues.
• Ability to work at heights and maintain a high level of physical fitness.
• A structured approach to work with excellent technical and analytical abilities.
• Valid health and safety certifications, including Working at Heights and Confined Spaces training.

Desired Characteristics and Training:

• Additional electrical/mechanical service or maintenance experience is a plus.
• GWO Working at Heights certification.
• SE D-Level Service training.
• SE C-Level Service training.
• GWO Manual Handling certification.
• SC Loto 2 and SC Loto 3 training.
• SE B-Level Service training.