Authorised Technician (Siemens Gamesa Technology)

Job description

Onshore Authorised Technician (Siemens Gamesa Technology)

Siemens Wind Power and Gamesa have recently merged to create a leader in the renewable energy industry, to provide cleaner, more reliable and more affordable energy to society, and to create lasting value for all stakeholders. With a worldwide installed capacity of 75 GW, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has a presence in more than 90 countries and a team of 27,000 employees worldwide. Its end-to-end value chain presence encompasses onshore and offshores wind turbines design, manufacturing, installation as well as cutting-edge service solutions. The global headquarters and legal domicile of the company is located in Zamudio, Spain. The company is listed on the Spanish stock exchange.

We are now looking for enthusiastic experienced Technicians to join our Onshore Service Business with experience of leading team, WTSR Authorisations, and working on Siemens Gamesa Technology

What are my responsibilities?

As an Authorised Technician you will be part of a permanently employed dedicated service or troubleshooting team. You will be able to lead a team and carry out all of the duties associated with the fault diagnosis, service, maintenance and repair of Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) wind turbine generators. You will deliver excellent service and meantime between faults (MTBF) while ensuring compliance with SGRE internal processes and procedures, UK Legislation, EHS and Quality.

The role will provide you with lots of variety, learning opportunities and a good team culture. A flexible approach to travel and working away from home is essential. We offer a competitive basic salary, generous holiday allowance, bonus scheme, pension and a flexible shift pattern.

Some of your key tasks will include but not be limited to:

· Active safety leadership when in the turbine and in the Wind Farm - ensure correct reporting of incidents and accidents, near misses and unsafe acts and conditions. Exemplifying our #HomeSafe principles in every decision that you make.
· To lead Troubleshooting and Service teams delivering scheduled and unscheduled maintenance at site to EHS, quality, time and cost requirements. You will also support Senior Technicians with customer liaison
· Responsible for preparation and execution of work packages / tasks.
· Development of technician competency and mentoring within area of responsibility for SGRE technicians. Direct supervision and support of all technicians in team whilst on site.
· Liaises withother Field teams, Technical/engineering functions, service coordinator/planner function and senior technicians on any work package/task progress
· Maintain efficient timescales for delivery of service activities, assist in the creation of daily, weekly plans for site teams as in conjunction with Service Planner / Service Coordinator /Senior Technician
· Report service schedule progress to Service Planner / Service coordinator / Senior Technician for entry into IT systems & Ensure accurate reporting into and utilisation of MORS database and other electronic workflow systems.

What do I need to qualify for this job?

This role requires someone with experience working as an Authorised Technician within the wind industry, current valid Authorisation is not essential, just previous experience or leading teams and being able to demonstrate technical competence on either the Siemens or Gamesa technologies.

You will have experience of working with a large range of contractors and customers. You will have practical experience of working with MS Office applications and preferably SAP, GOT, MORS and other remote diagnostic tools.

You will be a competent individual who is able to work under pressure and Lead a team of service technicians. You will have the ability to work shifts at the project location (exact shift patterns tbc). This role also requires you to have some knowledge about health and safety legislations. Ideally you will have a Comprehensive understanding of and a consistent ability to demonstrate your own competency levels as a Maintenance or Troubleshooting Technician.

You will have excellent organisation skills and be able to adapt quickly to the changing requirements of the business. Lastly, this role requires someone with a driving license and the ability to undertake travel when required.

How do I apply?

We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please ensure you complete all areas, of the application form, to the best of your ability as we will use this data to review your suitability for the role.

What else do I need to know?

Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work.

If you are appointed in to this role you will receive standard Siemens terms, conditions and benefits.

Please note that it is Siemens policy for all employees to inform their line manager when formally applying for a new role within Siemens.