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RWE

Senior Wind Turbine Technician

RWE

. Execute offshore maintenance activities safely, efficiently and effectively .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeGrimsby • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in offshore maintenance activities, providing technical guidance and operational oversight while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures. Proficient in fault diagnosis across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational performance.

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Offshore Wind ExperienceTechnical Qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)Health, Safety, and Quality ComplianceSupervisory Experience in Maintenance TeamsTechnical Knowledge of Electrical and Mechanical Systems

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Hard Skills
Fault DiagnosisMaintenance PlanningTechnical TroubleshootingRisk Assessment DevelopmentMethod Statement DeliveryOperational Performance ImprovementSCADA System ProficiencyHV and LV Systems KnowledgeTooling and Materials ManagementDocumentation Management
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipCoaching
Tools & Technologies
OEM SCADA SystemsMicrosoft OfficeOperational IT Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
NVQ Level 3City & GuildsHNC/HND or Higher Engineering Qualification
Industry Keywords
Offshore MaintenancePower GenerationWind Turbine TechnologySafety CultureSelf-Perform Maintenance Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Execute offshore maintenance activities safely, efficiently and effectively
  • Provide frontline leadership, technical guidance and operational oversight to offshore technicians
  • Participate in a 24/7 shift rota and extended offshore rotations, typically two weeks at a time
  • Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with RWE procedures, legislation and approved systems of work
  • Review, develop and deliver Risk Assessments and Method Statements, Toolbox Talks and associated documentation
  • Verify permits, competencies, resources and safety controls before work commences
  • Identify and escalate safety concerns, support incident investigations and contribute to continuous improvement
  • Supervise planned and corrective maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and retrofit activities
  • Monitor operational progress, delays, constraints and productivity opportunities
  • Ensure work packages have the required tooling, materials, personnel and documentation
  • Communicate operational progress, risks and changing priorities to the SOV Manager and supporting functions
  • Act as the primary technical contact for offshore technicians
  • Support fault diagnosis across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and turbine control systems
  • Use OEM SCADA systems for fault identification and authorised remote interventions
  • Liaise with engineering teams on recurring faults, solutions and retrofit implementation
  • Contribute to the self-perform maintenance strategy
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, technical findings and parts consumption
  • Monitor work quality and identify opportunities to reduce repeat defects, downtime and non-productive activities
  • Liaise with suppliers and support functions regarding equipment, tooling and materials
  • Contribute to operational performance reviews and standardised working practices
  • Provide daily supervision, direction, coaching and technical support to offshore technicians
  • Support technician development, competence progression, shift handovers and resolution of operational issues

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Experience within offshore wind, power generation or a comparable technical maintenance environment
  • Recognised technical qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent in electrical, mechanical or related engineering
  • Strong understanding of health, safety and quality requirements
  • Experience coordinating technical activities or supervising maintenance teams
  • Technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and control systems
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills
  • Competence in Microsoft Office and operational IT systems
  • Ability to meet offshore medical, safety training and working-at-height requirements
  • Previous supervisory experience within offshore wind operations and maintenance is advantageous but not essential
  • Experience with Siemens Gamesa wind turbine technology is advantageous but not essential
  • Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HV and LV systems is advantageous but not essential
  • HNC/HND or higher engineering qualification is advantageous but not essential
  • Experience in maintenance planning, technical troubleshooting and performance improvement is advantageous but not essential
  • Experience supporting self-perform maintenance strategies is advantageous but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Full-time, permanent employment
  • Further advantages/benefits are referenced, but not specified in the posting