Lead Wind Turbine Technician (North East) – Site-based – Durham, UK Job at nfield Plain Full Time NEW

Lead Wind Turbine Technician (North East) – Durham, UK

About the Role

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team driving Britains journey to net zero? At EDF Power Solutions, were looking for a Lead Wind Turbine Technician to help us deliver safe, reliable renewable energy and accelerate a cleaner future.

The Opportunity

This development role offers the chance to step up from an experienced Wind Turbine Technician position into leadership. Youll oversee operations across our England Northeast Wind Farms, supporting high standards of health, safety and performance while mentoring others to grow their skills.

Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, this role is based at our Durham Service Centre, with some travel to other sites required. Youll join a team committed to innovation and operational excellence, working in an environment where safety and collaboration come first.

Well support your progression with clear development goals, leadership responsibilities and exposure to complex technical challenges. From managing maintenance plans to supervising contractors, youll play a key role in maximising turbine availability and driving continuous improvement.

Who You Are

Were looking for a safety-focused leader with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach. To be shortlisted, you need to offer

• Qualification in electrical and/or mechanical disciplines to NVQ3 level (or equivalent experience)
• High level of physical fitness and good health
• Ability to work at height and in adverse weather conditions
• Excellent understanding of health and safety
• Previous accreditation as AT/AE under WTSR
• Excellent leadership and communication skills

What Youll Be Doing

• Supervising and leading wind turbine technicians to deliver high-quality work
• Planning and reporting maintenance activities across multiple sites
• Managing stock of spare parts and consumables
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Ensuring compliance with safety rules and regulations, including WTSR and CDM

Pay, Benefits and Culture

If youre looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun and help create a net zero future then youre in the right place! If youre passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, wed love you to come and join us.
Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible options tailored to your lifestyle from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.
Everyone is welcome at EDF; were committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Why EDF Power Solutions?

Were united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.
With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, were the UK & Irelands most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy and wed love you to help us get there.

Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future.

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Join us, and lets do good together.