Job Description

WE OFFER UK VISA SPONSORSHIP

-- Wind Turbine Technician (O&M)

Location: London
Contract: Permanent / 2-year renewable (site-dependent)
Start: Immediate - rolling hires
Salary: 42,000-44,000 per year (depending on experience & role) + site allowances for offshore roles
Reports to: Site O&M Manager / Service Operations Lead

About us

Rakuba Solutions sources and sponsors experienced technical talent for the UK renewables sector. We partner with major O&M contractors, OEMs and developers to fast-track vetted technicians into high-quality roles with visa support, bridging training, and full compliance packs.

Role summary

We're recruiting

Wind Turbine Technicians

for operation & maintenance teams. You'll carry out routine inspections, fault-finding, component replacement, preventative maintenance, and support commissioning activities both onshore and offshore (role dependent). Safe, efficient turbine availability is your priority.

Key responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines (rotor, gearbox, generator, electrical systems). Fault diagnosis, repair and replacement of mechanical and electrical components. Assist with commissioning, testing and upgrade works. Work at height tasks (hub and nacelle) and confined-space duties as required. Maintain accurate service reports (SCADA logs, work packs) and communicate with Ops/Control. Follow all HSE/site procedures, report incidents and participate in toolbox talks. Mentor junior technicians and support site induction activities.
Must-have qualifications & experience

TVET/Technical diploma or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar.

Minimum 1-3 years

of electrical/mechanical maintenance experience (3+ years preferred for senior roles). Experience with industrial, electrical or HVAC plant accepted. Practical experience in fault-finding, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and electrical control panels. Good spoken and written English (safety-critical communication). Valid passport and right to travel/work (we will sponsor UK visa). Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) or willingness to obtain.
Essential certifications or commitment to obtain

GWO Basic Safety Training (BST)

-- or willingness to complete before start. Offshore roles:

BOSIET / CA-EBS

(or commitment to complete prior to offshore mobilisation). Working at height competence and verification of safe-lift/MEWP operation (IPAF/Equivalent preferred). Health & safety training (manual handling, first aid) -- copies required with application or proof of booking.
Desirable (makes candidate stand out)

Prior wind turbine O&M experience (any OEM: Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, GE, Nordex). SCADA troubleshooting, PLC/electrical protection experience. CSCS/UK site card equivalents or experience working on UK construction/energy sites. B2 English or higher; driving licence desirable.
What we provide

Full UK visa sponsorship

(Skilled Worker route / CoS) -- we handle paperwork with our sponsor partners. Pre-departure compliance pack support (attestation, PCC guidance, medical checklist). 2-4 week UK bridging induction: H&S, turbine-specific processes, site induction & hands-on familiarisation. Assistance with travel, initial accommodation where required, onboarding & employer introductions. Competitive salary + overtime/site allowances, PPE and training sponsored by employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: ?5,000,000.00 - ?5,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

* Paid sick time