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Do you want to be part of the global leader in the renewable energy? Are you ready to take on a stimulating and specialised role? This is an exciting time to join a great team and a real opportunity to be a part of the energy transition!
Vestas Australia has a fantastic role currently vacant for a Blades Lead Technician.
In this role you will be a key part of the Blades in AUNZ leadership team, reporting directly to the People Resource Manager AUNZ. Your primary focus will be working with a team conducting some of the most technically challenging repairs and inspections in the field (On-ground or up-tower via Rope access/BAP/EWP), ensuring your technical knowledge is used to enable a high level of service on all Blade related tasks.
This role will act as a Field Technical Lead and Rope Access Technical Authority for the team, working in close collaboration with the regional Blade Engineering support function along with the AUNZ Blade supervisor to establish plans for urgent Service/installation support requests that occur across the region periodically.
Responsibilities
Providing solid leadership for the company in regards management of Rope access works
Maximising efficiency of work across the rope access landscape, while providing a high level of direct support for Rope Access based queries
Ensuring Rope access equipment is being adequately monitored & maintained as per legislative requirements
Engage with both Blade and site team members as required to provide full work scopes and ensure alignment for repair plans
Be the SME for all NDT inspection technology and equipment, ensuring that suitable technologies are being utilized
Building process and tooling developments for large and complex repairs
Attend site as needed for urgent ad-hoc repairs/inspections, or as planned for technical training or technician audit's
Provide technical competency feedback for Technicians & collaborate with relevant Supervisor to enhance areas of focus for team members
Work with Blade leadership group to focus on improvement areas and implement measurable actions in relation to performance, materials, and equipment
Working with the Blade Engineering team and CIM dept for process reviews & updates to ensure the latest protocols are being implemented locally
Involvement in early-stage repair/inspection/upgrade trials & development
Recording & reporting on activities with a high degree of accuracy
Extensive working knowledge on various Vestas and Multi-brand Blade types




Manufacturing or R&D; experience will be highly beneficial
Significant experience with the inspection and repair Methodology of WTG blades
Ability to balance responsibilities and prioritize daily work with limited supervision
Advanced knowledge of Rope access works and regulations
Highly developed NDT knowledge and field application experience
Ability to prioritise and delegate task as needed
Understanding and intermediate user of MS Office, ERP (SAP) and exposure to Service specific software programs. Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office suite, particularly Excel
Able to inspire and promote great work ethic with own actions
Ability to display Practical hands-on approach to the service operation as needed
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to participate effectively both individually and as part of team
Ability to work in a time-sensitive setting/time critical environment
Policy making to create action
Continual review of tooling and repair/inspection techniques and drive process improvement
Trouble shooting capabilities and desire to find solutions to challenging & unusual circumstances/damages
Leadership skills to guide and inspire Blade team colleagues
Plan, execute and review works to ensure IRATA ICOP and Vestas Rope Access Safe Operating Procedure is being followed at every stage
Ongoing review of companies Rope Access Protected Operating Procedure
Document rigging techniques for all turbine types and access areas
SWMS for each task on each turbine type to be current
Communicate industry safety alerts and lead monthly rope access meetings with Vestas Rope Access Technicians
Screen new vestas employees documentation including log book hours and certification
Carry out Verification of Competency on current employees and once per year on existing employees
Ensure tooling and equipment being used complies with relevant standards and Vestas Rope Access Safe Operating Procedure
Ensure thorough inspections are carried out within required time frames
Qualifications
Trade certificate or equivalent proven experience within the Rope Access and Renewable industry
GWO BTT certification
GWO blade repair of equivalent
Confined Space
EWP high risk License
AU White card




IRATA level 2 certification minimum
5 years experience in rope access as a minimum
Additional Information
All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role
Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date
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📌 Lead Blade Technician (Melbourne)
🏢 Vestas
📍 Melbourne