Specialist Skills Technician

The job entails operating High Voltage equipment, maintenance of HV assets and supervision of subcontractors.
Your role will imply a close cooperation with our Service teams to support HV operations and Electrical Balance of Plant systems (EBoP).

There may be a requirement to travel to our other wind farms at times.

Responsibilities
Safety
* Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensures the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times;
* Comply with the duty of care assigned under OH&S legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention;
* Undertake Site Inductions, Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
* Report all incidents, accidents or near misses;
* Observe all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer OH&S and Environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations;
* Ensure teams adhere to Vestas HV Electrical Safety rules

Operation & Maintenance of HV Equipment

• Travel to sites and undertake HV scheduled service, inspections and reactive maintenance on a as required basis;
• Provide remote operational and technical support to site based HV operators
• Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake unscheduled maintenance on a as required basis;
• Plan and execute substation maintenance shutdowns - coordinate (including liaising with internal teams), supervise third parties and generate reports;
• Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorisation including operation of HV and LV equipment;
• Provide safe access to HV equipment, including writing and oversight of switching instructions and access documents;
• All other duties within their competence, skill, qualifications and experience as directed;

Customers

• Maintain good relationship with internal and external customers;
• Understand external customers’ requirements;
• Provide prompt onsite feedback to customer;
• Liaise with Power utilities on operational matters;
• Support site teams with their requests;

Staff

• Participating in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required
• Coordinate, supervise working parties
• Provide oversight on the training of HV operators
• Liaise with other stakeholders for tasks that require input across teams e.g. Procurement, Sales etc

Qualifications
* A-Grade Electrician certification- essential
* HV Operator- essential
* Substation experience- essential
* Eligible for appointment as Vestas HV advanced operator

Competencies
Safety Focus

• Proactively reduce risks and irregularities to ensure the safety of yourself and others
• Contribute responsibly to living up to relevant laws, regulations, and corporate obligations for safety, health and environment
• Advance knowledge of providing safe access to HV equipment, including writing switching instructions and electrical access authorities.

Technical knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of HV equipment (Substation & Reticulation), operation, control (including SCADA), protection relays interrogation and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of wind turbine, solar and storage battery systems components, and controls, including knowledge of processes and systems for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance

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
• Market Leading 18 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 and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, “Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry”. Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
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