Service Technician

Overview

Service Technician - AU role at Vestas

Are you interested in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics and do you want to play an important part in keeping our wind turbines running? Do you want to contribute to the transition towards a world powered by renewable energy?

As a Service Technician at Vestas, you will leverage your electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic experience while being part of the global leader in sustainable energy solutions. Vestas provides technical training programs to help Service Technicians develop advanced skills. Safety is integrated into all day-to-day processes as a core principle. Join us in fulfilling our vision of becoming the global leader in sustainable energy solutions.

In the service department, the focus is to provide clients with high-quality maintenance and operational service of their wind farms across Australia.

Location and hours

• Work location: Across Regional Australia - This is not a FIFO role and you will need to be in the region
  • WA - Merredin, Jurian Bay, Geraldton
  • SA - Port Augusta/Whyalla, Millicent/Mt Gambier
  • VIC - Warnambool, Ballarat, Sale
  • NSW - Canberra/Goulburn, Inverall/Glen Innes
  • QLD - Hughenden, Chinchilla/Dulacca, Atherton
  • TAS - Musselroe, Granville Harbour
• Working hours: 8 hours/day, approximately on-call once every 3–4 weeks on weekends
• Travel days: approx. 50 days/year

Responsibilities

• Work to the highest safety and environmental standards whilst ensuring that service targets are met
• Carry out periodic service inspections in accordance with Vestas' specifications alongside electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic component replacement and troubleshooting
• Ensure smooth operation of turbines and use of systems within condition monitoring and remote control
• Maintain an efficient service vehicle and well-stocked warehouse by ordering materials, tools, and spare parts when needed
• Assemble and service components according to current standards and work instructions, using internal or external cranes when necessary

Qualifications

• Electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic trade with a passion to develop further
• Good computer skills; experienced in handling tools or systems to monitor work and documentation
• Good English skills, both written and verbal
• Valid driver's license

Competencies

• Commitment to the highest health and safety standards in the work environment
• Ability to climb a wind turbine and perform physical work at heights and in various weather conditions
• Open to travel to other sites when required
• Team player with strong communication across stakeholders; work closely with field teams and the wider business
• Solutions-oriented, independent, and well organized

What We Offer

Join the global leader in sustainable energy solutions with training and development opportunities. Every day is different and you will work with highly skilled colleagues locally and globally. In addition to a challenging and varied work environment, Vestas offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

Additional Information

If you're passionate about our future and want to work for the world's leading wind energy solutions provider, please apply. Roles may be located across Australia. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw vacancies at any time, including before the advertised closing date. All potential employees will be subject to a full medical assessment and background check.

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
• 13 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, including Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines, onshore and offshore. With more than 145 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience, Vestas is a leader in the industry. With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united to power the solution today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce embracing all identities and ensuring equal opportunity. To learn more, visit or follow us on social media. Join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new postings.

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