The department is a small team environment based on site at Taralga 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, stock keeper and planner, with KPI's allocated by the Area Service Manager.
Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance
Ensure all site activities comply with Vestas HSE policies, WHS legislation, and environmental regulations.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, meeting Safety KPIs and conducting regular toolbox and pre-start briefings.
Engage with landowners to ensure safe operations on site.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead and manage a team of technicians, including HR responsibilities, annual reviews, and Continuous Performance Development (CPD).
Provide clear direction, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to service personnel.
Identify and support staff development needs in consultation with the Site Manager.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain strong relationships with customers, landowners, and key stakeholders.
Routinely communicate site activities and updates to customer representatives.
Monitor customer satisfaction and provide feedback and strategy suggestions to line managers.
Operational Management
Plan and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities in collaboration with the Site Planner.
Ensure service and maintenance tasks are completed within scheduled timeframes and contractual obligations.
Supervise maintenance of Wind Turbine Generators, electrical and civil Balance of Plant (BoP) components.
Monitor turbine performance indicators to maintain and improve reliability.
Administration & Reporting
Prepare and manage work rosters, including on-call schedules.
Maintain accurate records in SAP and other reporting systems.
Observe and enforce all work instructions, procedures, and codes of practice.
Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience in a related field.
Electrical or mechanical trade certificate (Preferred).
Previous experience supervising a team in an industrial setting.
Valid driver’s license.
Competencies:
Intermediate user of MS Office, ERP (SAP) and exposure to Service specific software programs.
Ability to display practical hands-on approach to the service operation.
Good verbal communication within a professional service provider environment.
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Support teams in a major site-based service environment
Support sub-contractors in remote site locations e.g. crane, excavation, electrical, civil.
Management and reporting of budgetary requirements.
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
- 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.
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 185 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 30,000 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.
