About this role
At Vestas, we #PowerTheSolution – Can you? Region MED > SBU MED Service > Tech Team 1 Lake Turkana Wind Power is Africa's largest wind farm, operating 365 wind turbines with a total installed capacity of 310 MW in Marsabit County, Kenya. The facility plays a critical role in supplying clean, reliable, and sustainable energy to the national grid while supporting Kenya's renewable energy ambitions. Located in a remote and challenging environment, LTWP offers Service Technicians the opportunity to work with advanced wind turbine technology, perform maintenance and troubleshooting activities, and contribute directly to the operation of one of Africa's most impactful renewable energy Responsibilities Undertake scheduled service and reactive maintenance as required Respond and attend site outside normal working hours to undertake reactive maintenance on a rostered basis Maintain all company vehicles and keep plant equipment in good clean condition Undertake operations and maintenance within the limits of training and authorisation including operation of HV and LV Ensuring that each task is undertaken in a manner that ensure the safety of personnel, protects the environment and work methods are followed at all times Undertake the site induction Undertake the requirements of the SMA (Service Maintenance Agreement) Complying with the duty of care assigned under OH&S legislation and demonstrate commitment to accident prevention Observing all work instructions, procedures, safety codes of practice, employer OH&S and Environmental requirements and statutory rules and regulations Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required Participate in safety, toolbox or other meetings where required Qualifications Electrical /Mechanical degree or Higher National Diploma certificate from a recognized institution EBK, IEK,KETREB License Full drivers license Other relevant, but not required qualifications include: GWO training, working at heights, safety, manual handling, HV/LV rescue, fire awareness, first aid Competencies Literate with PC & modern technologies to support your day-to-day work Ability to read/interpret technical drawings to support fault-finding and/or maintenance activities Any knowledge of PLC and/or SCADA systems Motivation to learn new skills and thrive in a growing industry Understanding of safety principles, willing to adhere to and drive safety compliance company-wide Experience with HV/LV, hydraulics, and mechanical systems in a residential, commercial, and/or industrial environment Proficient in the use of various hand tools Strong communicational skills, ability to work in a small team Ability to work at heights in confined environments
What we offer
Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion Additional information We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English. Our commitment to a fair hiring. At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume.
Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness. DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion.
As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us.
With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives.
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