Turbine Blade Technician

**WHO WE ARE**

**Ozee Energy delivers specialised engineering services in wind technology and the core business comprises of new site development, O&M and optimisation of renewable energy assets. Come and join us at Ozee Energy**

The purpose of the position is to repair the Blade Damages (FRP) at sites across Australia. Whilst Head Office is in Melbourne, these roles will be located elsewhere in Australia on roster.

**Key Responsibilities**

Key accountabilities will include inspection and Repair blades and non-composite structures without delaying the project schedule, availability of blades as per plan, ensuring all materials required for Blade Repair are available at site for on-time repair, improve the quality and safety standards in all activities. Improvement in guiding and building the team and ensuring all tools and PPE’s are calibrated and inspected within the stipulated time.
- Fix damaged turbine blades/installation of the wind turbine Blades & major components.
- Comply according to safety rules and quality procedures related to blades maintenance activities.
- Guide and supervise contractors in following Ozee Energy engineering standards of quality & HSE working requirements as required.
- Collect factory acceptance test documents from the WTG’s in relation to Blades and report non-conformities in the NCR system.
- Accurately report the status of Blade defects and collaborate with Blades Engineering support in assessing the complexity of the repair.
- Performing onsite composite and non-composite repairs within technical expertise limits while following internal maintenance procedures.
- Motivate, Guide and optimise work groups to achieve the project objective in the most efficient manner.
- Maintain operational requirements for the site Blade/fibre works during construction and maintenance phases, including repair scheduling, material/PPE planning, tooling requirements & repair execution in Liaison with relevant stakeholders.
- Carry out all activities related to the blades maintenance processes to assure service level agreements and minimize service costs.
- Undertake Blade inspections using a variety of methods (ground based/up-tower/UAV).
- Assess and evaluate the operational level of the blades inspected, register results on maintenance information systems to assure the reliability of the information gathered and compliance of information reporting procedures.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 5 years experience minimum in erection, transportation, assembly, maintenance, or manufacture/development of WTG Blades.
- Solid background in the relevant composites industry.
- IRATA qualifications highly regarded.
- GWO/Blade training highly regarded.
- Dogging/rigging Highly regarded.
- All high-risk licenses highly regarded.

**Competencies**:

- A focus on safety and quality.
- Solid knowledge of Blade Materials, repair methods & manufacturing processes.
- Able to read technical Blade drawings & specifications.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate teams in complex environments.
- Clear verbal and written communication.
- Experience with effective safety programs & procedures.
- Relationship building with both internal and external contacts.
- Ability to work in high-priority situations.
- Knowledge in working with MS Office/SAP.
- Good teamwork competencies and operational readiness.
- Willingness to travel for long periods of time, often in remote locations.
- Ability to work in heights and in extreme environments.
- Able to take the initiative to achieve targets.

**What we offer**
We offer the chance to join the leading Australian company in sustainable energy solutions, with the training and development to match. Every day will be different, and you will get to work with some of the industry’s most highly skilled colleagues both locally and across the globe.

**Additional information**

If you’re passionate about our future and want to work for the Australia's leading service provider in renewable energy assets please apply. Please note our roles can be located across Australia. We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time.
- Travel will be required: Throughout Australia and New Zealand
- All potential employees will be required to undertake a full medical assessment to be considered for this role

**Our Benefits**
- Join the Australia's Leading O&M Energy Solutions Provider
- Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
- A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
- Flexible workplace arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program

**Salary**: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Rotating roster

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Adelaide Region SA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)