Wind Turbine Technician - Mechanical

About the role

ACCIONA Energía, a 100% renewable energy company, is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician (Mechanical) in the Western Cape. The technician carries out operations and maintenance (O&M) activities to keep the wind farm safe, reliable and efficient, focusing on preventing failures and keeping turbines available. The role covers mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, and involves authorised switching up to 12 kV.

Key responsibilities

• Keep the wind farm running optimally with maximum availability through proactive repair, component replacement and preventive maintenance.
• Service, troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic and mechanical components according to manufacturer guidelines, and give technical assistance to Turbine Assistants.
• Apply troubleshooting, corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance and inspections, and supervise specialist and subcontractor work during major maintenance.
• Perform authorised wind turbine switching up to 12 kV.
• Report tasks daily on O&M systems (MAXIMO, RDO etc.), give daily feedback to the team, report safety incidents and near misses, and inform the warehouse of consumables and low stock.
• Manage company tools, materials and vehicles, and maintain material logistics and maintenance management systems.
• Comply with health, safety and environmental rules and assist with ad hoc projects.

Required profile

• N6 Mechanical Engineering or National Diploma (S4); must have passed the Mechanical Trade Test.
• WTG experience is advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence (minimum code B).
• Excellent written and oral communication, accuracy, attention to detail, time management, independence, prioritisation and willingness to travel.
• Clear criminal record.

Required skills

• Computer literacy (MS Office; SAP minimum).
• Experience with PLCs, drives and converters is an advantage.