Major Components Technician

About the role

ACCIONA Energía is seeking an experienced Major Components Technician to join the Operations team at Waubra Wind Farm. The role supports major corrective maintenance and component lifecycle management across wind farms in Victoria and NSW, combining on‑site work with travel to other sites as specialist expertise is needed.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and replace major components such as gearboxes, main shafts and drivetrain elements.
• Conduct endoscope and videoscope inspections, blade inspections and structural health monitoring.
• Perform up‑tower repairs and corrective maintenance activities.
• Manage major component change‑outs with specialist contractors and crane providers.
• Support planned shutdowns, large corrective maintenance campaigns and reliability improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter & Turner, Mechanical Fitter or similar).
• Experience in wind energy or related heavy‑industry sectors.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault‑finding skills.
• Working at Heights, First Aid and GWO certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Current driver’s licence and ability to travel between sites.

Required skills

• Gearbox, main shaft and drivetrain assessment.
• Endoscope and videoscope inspection techniques.
• Blade inspection and structural health monitoring.
• Up‑tower repair procedures.
• Major component change‑out coordination with contractors.