Team Leader | Full-Time | Field Operations

Vestas is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity! We are seeking a skilled HV technician ready to step into the role of Supervisor, Balance of Plant. If you're looking to elevate your career and make a meaningful difference, we want you on our team!

The Supervisor, Electrical Balance of Plant (EBoP) is responsible for maintaining electrical equipment, providing high-voltage (HV) operational support, managing handover processes, ensuring site readiness, and upholding compliance with EBoP contractual obligations.

This is a site-based role :

Location: Golden Plains WF

Vestas Australian Wind Tech>Regional Engineering & Technology APAC>Operations BoP

Responsibilities

EBoP Maintenance & Spare Parts management:

• Coordinate and execute all EBoP equipment maintenance (routine & Outage) planning, execution, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Planner in developing weekly maintenance plan and schedule.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and collaborate with the Engineering Team in conducting root cause analysis when required.
• Facilitate smooth handover processes and oversee project gates specific to HV operations and EBoP.
• Lead Maintenance readiness for acquired projects and sites.
• Assist is identification of critical spare parts and manage onsite spare parts as required. High Voltage (HV) Operations
• Act as the High Voltage Responsible Officer (HVRO) for designated regions.
• Coordinate and execute HV switching operations.
• Lead HV Readiness for acquired projects and sites.
• Conduct site walkdowns, produce punch lists, and set up sites for HV operations.

Compliance & Safety
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and champion a strong safety culture in all work activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, working with the Grid, SCADA, Wind Turbine, and other relevant teams.
• Assist in selecting and maintaining PPE and HV operational gear.
• Ensure that engineering change management is recorded and implemented appropriately.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Support
• Provide technical guidance to clients and internal teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (CRM, Sales, Procurement) through the EBoP representative.
• Support the CRM team in responding to customer queries.
• Assist the Procurement team in acquiring services and spare parts.

Contract & Vendor Management
• Assist in the request for quote (RFQ) process and evaluate electrical subcontractor eligibility.
• Manage and supervise internal resources and subcontractors for EBoP-related operations.
• Conduct timely reviews of service providers' reports/ITRs and prepare comprehensive Vestas EBoP service reports.

Training & Continuous Improvement
• Develop HV Operators as delegated.
• Audit and ensure training records for site HV operators are up to date.
• Identify and suggest new opportunities within the EBoP maintenance services market.

Administrative & Miscellaneous Tasks
• Ensure timely closure of service orders and service requests.
• Ensure timely submission of expense reports.
• Provide ad hoc support to other regions as required.

Qualifications

• A-Grade Electrician certification (Essential).
• Experienced HV Operator.
• Diploma qualification (Desirable).
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in HV operations and maintenance.

Competencies

Safety Focus:
• Proactively mitigate risks and ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of HV equipment access, switching instructions, and electrical access authority procedures.

Technical Expertise:
• Extensive knowledge of HV Primary equipment (Substation & Reticulation) and Secondary systems, including protection relays and metering.
• Strong understanding of operation, maintenance, commissioning, and asset management practices.
• Familiarity with wind turbine, solar, and battery storage systems.

Problem Solving & Systematic Approach:
• Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Work methodically and efficiently within structured frameworks.

Supervisory & Communication Skills:
• Experience supervising subcontractors and coordinating site-based technicians.
• Strong report-writing skills.
• Ability to perform under high-pressure environments and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Awareness:
• Strong knowledge of state regulations and compliance requirements.
• Awareness of operational risks and proactive risk management strategies.

What We Offer
• A strong safety culture
• Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy
• The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
• Global career progression prospects
• Diversity and Inclusion

Our Benefits

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider

• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally

• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion

• Flexible workplace arrangements

• 18 weeks Paid Carers Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.
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