Service Technician Offshore Wind

Company Description

Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 21 000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission. 

Job Description

Apply your technical skills at great heights - no wind energy experience required!
That’s possible at our wind farm: Hollandse Kust Zuid. Located 25 kilometers off the coast of Noordwijk, 139 wind turbines will generate 1.5 gigawatts of electricity. We’re building a team of 30+ service technicians to maintain these impressive machines. We’ll train you to become a fully qualified Service Technician.

Clean, safe energy that helps us achieve our goal: a fossil-free future. Will you help keep these giant machines running? Make the switch to a career in wind energy and start as a (basic) Service Technician at Hollandse Kust Zuid!
 
What will you do? 
From our site office in IJmuiden, we ensure the smooth operation of the 139 wind turbines that make up the Hollandse Kust Zuid (HKZ) wind farm, operational since 2022. As a Service Technician, you’ll play a key role in maintaining these state-of-the-art turbines. What does that look like?

When you arrive in the morning, you’ll check the monitoring systems to see how the turbines are performing. Literally and figuratively. Most days, everything runs like clockwork, and you’ll proceed with scheduled maintenance. You’ll board the Crew Transport Vessel (CTV), a 2000-horsepower catamaran. As the boat reaches its top speed of 30 knots, you’ll watch the sun rise behind you. After about 45 minutes, the CTV drops you off at the base of one of the turbines: your workplace for the day. You’ll ascend 150 meters to the nacelle and get to work following clear instructions: performing inspections, replacing parts, cleaning where needed, and ensuring proper lubrication. In short, you’ll do everything necessary to keep this valuable installation running sustainably.

Your second task is troubleshooting. You’ll identify issues via the monitoring systems and many can be resolved with a reset from the site office. But sometimes, your hands and expertise are needed. You’ll grab a replacement part from the warehouse next to the office, hop on the boat, and fix the issue.

Of course, we won’t send you out to sea and into the sky unprepared. Your journey begins with a robust training program focused on technology and safety. In the first few years, you’ll benefit from the turbine supplier’s expertise both on the job and through a comprehensive training curriculum. After that, you’ll be a fully qualified Offshore Wind Service Technician, making a tangible contribution to a cleaner world. How exciting is that?

A day in the life of an Offshore Service Technician – Windfarm Hollandse Kust Zuid

Location  
Your base is the hub in the port of IJmuiden. From there, our team of 30 technicians monitors the entire wind farm, spanning over 200 km². The site office includes office space, a dock for the Crew Transport Vessels, and a warehouse with spare parts. 

Shift rotation
You’ll work in a rotation schedule of 7 days on and 7 days off. Each day starts and ends in IJmuiden, meaning you’ll sleep in your own bed during your on-shift. During your off-shift, you’re completely free, giving you a great balance between work and personal life.

Qualifications

Who are you? 
You’re passionate about the technology of tomorrow and eager to contribute. You combine this with a problem-solving mindset and a strong awareness of safety. You’re responsible and capable of working independently, but you also understand the importance of being part of a close-knit team. Together, you get the job done. Additionally, you have:

• A completed MBO level 3 or 4 education in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aviation Technology (or similar), or are about to graduate;
• Good command of both English and Dutch;
• Residence within a 45-minute commute from our site in IJmuiden, Netherlands, to support a healthy work-life balance;
• No fear of working at great heights.

Additional Information

Our offer 
By choosing a role as Service Technician HKZ, you’re stepping into the exciting world of the booming offshore wind industry. Your team consists of around 30 colleagues at the moment, and together you’ll keep these impressive installations running. Installations that will increasingly contribute to reliable, clean energy in the future. A solid foundation for your career! You can also expect:

• Training, courses, and certifications to keep you up to date with the latest developments;
• (International) career growth opportunities;
• A competitive salary and attractive secondary benefits;
• Work in a fantastic profession, with great responsibility and unique technology.

More Information 
We’re continuously looking for new talent and have space to welcome new team members. A short knowledge test is part of the procedure. For questions about the role and/or the application process, feel free to contact Thijs Suurmond, Corporate Recruiter, at thijs.suurmond@vattenfall.com."

We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website and that you refrain from submitting a cover letter with your application. You apply quickly and easily by answering screening questions and attaching your CV.
 
At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. 
 
We look forward to receiving your application!