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Wind Technician – Offshore
GE Vernova. Lead offshore teams performing installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and fault rectification on LV and HV electrical systems for wind turbines .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in commissioning and maintaining LV and HV electrical systems, with a strong focus on safety compliance and technical leadership in offshore environments. Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics and leading technical teams to execute complex projects effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
HV Switching ExperienceCommissioning Electrical SystemsElectrical Safety ComplianceTechnical Team LeadershipElectrical Testing and Diagnostics
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Hard Skills
LV Electrical SystemsHV Electrical SystemsElectrical Schematics InterpretationFault DiagnosisRoot-Cause AnalysisCommissioning ProceduresElectrical Testing EquipmentProtection SystemsMethod StatementsRisk Assessments
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsTeam CoordinationMentoringContinuous Improvement MindsetDiscipline Maintenance
Certifications & Qualifications
HVWP1 City & Guilds CertificationHV Safety CertificationElectrical Authorization CertificationCertified Electrical Technician
Industry Keywords
Wind TurbinesMarine HV EnvironmentsPower ConvertersTransformersHV/LV SwitchgearCircuit BreakersFunctional TestingEnergizationNon-Conformance ReportsToolbox Talks
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesSwitching
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead offshore teams performing installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and fault rectification on LV and HV electrical systems for wind turbines
- Execute and supervise commissioning activities in line with approved method statements, risk assessments, commissioning procedures, and GE Vernova safe systems of work
- Support work across power converters, transformers, HV/LV switchgear, circuit breakers, protection systems, and LV control systems
- Interpret and utilize electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications
- Support senior engineers during energization, functional testing, and handover activities
- Complete commissioning documentation, test records, and non-conformance reports
- Diagnose LV and HV electrical faults using appropriate test and diagnostic equipment
- Lead fault-finding activities using a systematic root-cause analysis approach
- Interface with engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex issues and implement corrective actions
- Maintain compliance with GE Vernova and industry electrical safety rules
- Execute switching, electrical isolations, and control of work within authorized limits
- Conduct task-specific or last-minute risk assessments and toolbox talks
- Supervise and mentor Electrical Technicians
- Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and procedural feedback
Requirements
What you’ll need- Electrical or Wind Technician apprenticeship, diploma, or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience working on LV and HV electrical systems
- Proven HV switching experience on 11 kV and 33 kV systems
- HVWP1 City & Guilds certification or equivalent
- Proven experience in commissioning, electrical service, or related field execution activities in wind or comparable industrial environments
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams in field-based environments
- Strong competence in reading and validating electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing, measurement, and diagnostic equipment
- Strong understanding of protection systems, electrical safety rules, and commissioning methodologies
- Experience leading commissioning electrical teams offshore in wind, oil and gas, or other marine HV environments
- Experience working within an MV or HV electrical authorization framework
- Experience with HV switching on systems up to 72 kV
- Strong technical judgment and disciplined approach to safe execution offshore
- Ability to lead technical teams, maintain discipline offshore, and develop technician capability
- Strong communication and coordination skills across technicians, engineers, and technical support teams
- Commitment to procedural compliance, continuous improvement, and lessons learned
- Additional relevant certifications such as HV Safety, Electrical Authorization, or Certified Electrical Technician
Benefits
Comp & perks- Fair pay
- Performance-based rewards
- Wellbeing programs for you and your family
- Opportunities to move across teams and functions
- Continuous development and career support
- Healthy work-life balance
- Relocation assistance not provided