Job Description

Do you fancy a challenging and rewarding career in the renewable wind energy sector, working in the great outdoors with a chance to work on onshore and offshore wind turbines, located in the UK and overseas in some of the most amazing locations?

If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for two talented, highly motivated, enthusiastic, dependable and hardworking individuals to support our existing team of non-destructive testing inspection engineers to assist with some large-scale project work in the UK and overseas (Netherlands and Denmark) during 2026 and possibly beyond.

The position is open to anyone who is interested in obtaining essential 'hands-on' experience, training and industry standard qualifications within the wind energy sector and hoping to get their first chance and 'foot in the door' in the renewable wind energy sector.

You will be given the very best support and accompany our skilled technicians who will provide on-the-job training in the field of non-destructive testing including: endoscopy, vibration and acoustic analysis, thermography, fault finding, root cause analysis and technical inspection procedures.

All external and mandatory GWO wind turbine basic safety training, medical and fitness to work assessments and additional courses will be fully funded by the company. Please note, the position is initially for a 'fixed term' of employment of 6 months.

ABOUT US:

Windnostics is a leading and respected independent provider of non-destructive testing (NDT), root cause analysis and machine diagnostic inspection services for the rapidly expanding renewable wind energy sector, boasting high-profile clients such as Vattenfall, EDF, ?rsted, RWE and many more. We undertake thousands of engineering inspections a year on Siemens, Vestas, Senvion and Nordex wind turbines situated across the UK and throughout Europe.

We are an inclusive employer, placing importance in diversity, recruiting and valuing people from varied backgrounds (race and ethnicity, gender, ability, experience, etc.) to create a richer, more innovative, and better-performing workforce, leading to increased creativity, improved problem-solving, higher engagement and stronger brand reputation, requiring fair, bias-free recruitment and an inclusive culture where differences are seen as strengths and not weaknesses.

We are proud to have achieved a 50% gender equality in our workplace with an equal amount of male and female employees.

THE ROLE:

The role is for a Wind Turbine Field Support Technician, preferably with some previous engineering experience (ex-armed forces, electro-mechanical, maintenance repair in industry etc) or relatable industrial backgrounds including: maintenance, engineering, fault finding or testing (including a laboratory setting).

Primarily, you will be assisting our existing technicians performing endoscopic inspections on wind turbine bearings, gears, generators (drivetrains) collecting data using industrial-grade borescopes under close personal supervision in addition to obtaining acoustic, vibration and thermographic data. You will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining all tooling and equipment taken to and from site (offshore and onshore).

All work will be conducted 'on-site' and you will be expected to work away from home up to a period of 14 consecutive days when working overseas (plus an additional 2x days travelling) or 5 days when working at an onshore location.

The successful applicant will have to attend and successfully pass a job-specific 'fitness-to-work' medical assessment before being offered a contract of employment.

Although the role is initially for a fixed term of employment, the term may be extended or an a full time position within the company may be offered.

The candidate must also reside within 30 minutes' commutable distance to our office located in Greenfield, Holywell, Flintshire. CH8 7GR

For the duration of your training, you will gain practical experience, develop theoretical knowledge, whilst obtaining formal qualifications, which are recognised and fully transferrable within the wind industry. You will perform multiple aspects of testing and inspecting to the highest quality. Excellent communication skills are required, along with the ability to accurately follow workflow process instructions. You will have a keen sense of achievement and take pride in the work you undertake and produce. The ability to work efficiently within a team is essential.

CONDITIONS:

It is important to note that this job offer is subject to the candidate residing no greater than 30 minutes' commutable distance to our North Wales office located in Holywell, Flintshire. Any candidates who apply for this position not meeting this condition will be automatically rejected for the role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working at height in excess of 100m for extended periods of time Working onshore in remote areas and away from home for up to 5 days a week Working offshore in open seas up to a period of 2 weeks (+2 days travel) for overseas work or staying onboard a Service Operation Vessel (SOV) Travel offshore in open seas up to a period of 6 hours sailing a day onboard a crew transfer vessel (CTV) Attend our offices before the start of an inspection campaign and organise / prepare / pack all equipment, tooling and accessories into certified lifting bags and load into our company vehicles ready for transportation Travel to any location in the UK driving a 4x4 pickup truck Drive in arduous off-road conditions at some UK onshore wind farms Undertake technical inspection services under supervision using a variety of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and use of portable scientific instruments to be performed on Vestas, Nordex, Siemens and Senvion platform wind turbines on all major mechanical and electrical components, ranging from 600 kW to 11 MW both onshore and offshore Register, complete and maintain personal training records on our clients' online safety induction web portals Complete all relevant paperwork and forms, including the client's AWP, toolbox talks, checklists etc. and maintain Windnostics' SHEQ records using iAuditor Software templates Carry out all duties and work instructions in accordance with Windnostics' submitted site-specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments Perform end-user PPE functional and safety checks and report on any damaged, malfunctioning or suspect PPE Comply with client's site rules and regulations in accordance to the latest Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR) 2021 Fourth Edition Establish and maintain general safety and compliance with customer site rules Report all incidents and occurrences as per Windnostics' company SHEQ policies Basic troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems Undertake detailed remote visual (endoscope/borescope) inspections on gearboxes, main bearings and generators using an industrial-grade GE Waygate Mentor Visual iQ Endoscope Upload endoscope and digital camera images to Windnostics company server following completion of the inspection Collect oil and grease samples and complete accompanying report sheets in preparation for laboratory analysis Deliver oil samples and completed data sheets to our preferred oil sample analysis laboratory located in Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Obtain accurate and consistent vibration and acoustic data in the field using a combination of SKF, RION and Bruel & Kjaer scientific instrument hardware Conduct thermographic inspections on electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems using an Avio InfReC R550Pro high-specification thermal imaging camera Upload all collected data into the appropriate software in preparation for analysis and reporting Compile and submit detailed technical reports using Windnostics' company Microsoft Word format templates and upload to Windnostics company server Partake in rota for on-call cover on weekends and bank holidays

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS

The role is open to anyone who is interested in applying, although preference will be given to ex-armed forces (British Army REME, Royal Navy Engineer Technician, Royal Air Force Engineer Technician); relatable industries involving electro-mechanical engineering, maintenance or non-destructive testing; existing electrical or mechanical qualifications and completed engineering apprenticeship; fault-finding/testing/laboratory quality control and inspecting experience; prior experience working on wind turbines will also be considered.

The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate a high level of the English language (minimum of B2 Vantage).

The role of a wind turbine field support technician will require a significant amount of travelling and time away from home. It is important to note that the candidate should be prepared to work away from home on a regular basis up to five consecutive days a week for onshore inspections and up to two weeks' away (+2 days travel) for overseas inspections. All expenses including working away allowances, offshore incentives, travel and subsistence payments are covered by the company in this instance.

AS A MINIMUM THE CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE OR BE WORKING TOWARDS:

Mid-level electrical and/or mechanical education, HNC / HND, NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline or time-served apprenticeship Ideally 1-2 years of hydraulic, electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial setting e.g., wind farms, power stations, industrial process plant or similar engineering background or laboratory quality control and testing environment Computer literate and IT proficient on MS Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) GCSEs (minimum grade C and above) in Maths, English and Science Valid UK / EU driving licence

PERSONAL

The following attributes are required in all candidates:

Be prepared to work in challenging onshore and offshore environments Be prepared to commute long distances, live and work away from home on a regular basis up to a period of 14 days (+2 additional days travel) Pass a pre-employment medical and fitness test before a formal offer of employment is confirmed Confident with working at heights Happy working outdoors, whether it's glorious sunshine or enduring the bracing British or European weather! Our technicians are out in all conditions Confident working and travelling for extended periods offshore, sometimes in rough seas Physically fit! You don't need to be a marathon runner but will need to be fit enough to safely climb a 100 metre vertical ladder, perform manual handling duties and have a head for heights Prepared to roll up your sleeves! Working in the great outdoors either onshore or offshore means getting your hands dirty from time to time Teamwork and collaboration Strategic and analytical thinker Problem solving Take ownership of your work Ability to think 'out of the box' Strong interpersonal skills Highly organised and ability to 'self-manage' Strong communication skills and be able to make a connection with our clients in their workplaces Possess a keen interest in engineering, science and technology Have sound manual skills and an interest or ability to work with electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems Open to new technology (we will always support you and give you the training you need), but you need to be comfortable using technical devices and ready to learn as new scientific instrumentation emerges Ready to give their best! The sort of person who always sees a job through and takes pride in doing it properly, taking ownership of their work Profit motivated and mindful of business expenditure, expenses and costs Able to manage their time as well as their workload. This is critical, as our clients rely on us and we need individuals who are truly committed to delivering service in a timely manner and be able to complete work safely within agreed deadlines Have enthusiasm in abundance as well as long-term commitment to the training and to the business

OTHER ESSENTIALS AND QUALITIES YOU NEED TO HAVE:

Reside within 30 minutes' commutable distance to our office location in Greenfield, Holywell, Flintshire. UK. CH8 7GR Able to work away from home for extended periods of time Enthusiasm Self-motivated Dependable Proactive Flexible and adaptable to irregular working schedules Readiness and willingness to lean Not afraid to question or ask questions Keen intellect Methodical and analytical approach Attention to detail Consistent and reliable Respectful of other team members Work collaboratively or as an individual Dutiful and take ownership of work Understand money management and have a business-like aptitude Be able to adhere to health and safety requirements Be able to uphold and apply quality control standards Punctuality Dedication Patience Commitment Lead by example

OUR OFFER:

Salary and benefits - competitive

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Our company embraces diversity in our workforce, ensuring we have a workforce that provides us with a wide range of skills, ideas and energy. We are proud to have maintained a 50% female workforce within our business and will continue to do so. Embracing diversity means the Company will acknowledge, understand and appreciate the differences between individuals in promoting a workplace that develops, benefits and enhances their value. Selection for employment, promotion or any other benefit will be made on the basis of merit, ability and suitability.

Have we piqued your curiosity and interest?

If so, we would like to get to know you!

For the application process please forward a motivational/cover letter, CV and further documents.

We look forward to receiving your application and wish you lots of success!

Windnostics Ltd.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we are unable to get in contact with all applicants. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 32,000.00-52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Holywell CH8 7GR