BARTON SAFETY SERVICES LIMITED
Wind Turbine Inspection Engineer
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Job Title: Wind Turbine Inspection Engineer
Reporting To: Operations Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Northern Ireland, Ireland, UK & Europe
Purpose of the Role
The Wind Turbine Inspection Engineer is responsible for carrying out statutory inspections of safety-critical equipment installed within wind turbines, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards and customer requirements.
The role also includes the inspection, installation, maintenance and repair of permanent access systems and fall protection equipment, together with the completion of detailed electronic inspection reports and associated documentation.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Operations Team to plan and deliver inspection programmes safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out statutory inspections of safety-critical equipment within wind turbines throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe.
- Plan and organise inspection activities in conjunction with the Operations Team to ensure contractual commitments are met.
- Inspect, test, maintain and, where required, repair permanent access and fall protection systems, including:
- Cable and rail fall protection systems
- Safety anchor devices
- Ladder climbing systems
- Personnel service lifts
- Internal cranes and hoists
- Carry out inspections of emergency rescue equipment, first aid equipment, fire-fighting appliances and internal lifting equipment.
- Accurately identify defects, non-conformances and corrective actions.
- Produce electronic Reports of Thorough Examination and other inspection documentation in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance at all times.
- Comply with all company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures.
- Represent Barton Safety Services professionally whilst working on customer sites.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience in mechanical and/or electrical inspection, installation, maintenance or fault diagnosis.
- Comfortable working at height and in physically demanding environments.
- Able to meet the medical requirements associated with working at height.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Willingness to travel extensively and work away from home when required.
- Full UK driving licence.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (desirable).
Desirable
The following qualifications or experience would be advantageous but are not essential, as training may be provided where appropriate:
- GWO Working at Height.
- OEM Authorised Technician (AT) or Competent Technician (CT) certification.
- Competent Person certification for ladder inspection.
- PPE inspection qualification.
- Emergency rescue equipment inspection qualification.
- Fire extinguisher inspection qualification.
- Lifting equipment inspection experience.
- Anchor point inspection qualification.
- Previous experience working within the wind energy sector or other industries involving work at height, lifting equipment or safety-critical inspection activities.
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Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A professional and safety-focused approach to work.
- Integrity and a commitment to delivering work to a high standard.
- A proactive and positive attitude.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing operational requirements.
- The ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
- A collaborative approach with colleagues and customers.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Training and Development
Barton Safety Services is committed to developing its employees and will provide role-specific training and support to enable successful candidates to achieve the required competencies and statutory inspection qualifications where these are not already held.
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