Offshore Wind Services Technician

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GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. "GE" carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" signals Earth's lush ecosystems, while "Nova" nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

As an Offshore Wind Services Technician at GE Vernova, you will play a key role in the electrical commissioning and service activities of offshore wind turbines at the Dogger Bank Offshore Wind Farm in the North Sea, UK. Working onboard offshore support vessels and offshore wind turbines on a rotational basis, you will perform electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and safety-critical operations.

You will take responsibility for leading a team of technicians, carrying out high-voltage switching operations, and ensuring compliance with electrical safety procedures, risk assessments, and technical documentation. This role offers the opportunity to develop advanced technical expertise through structured training and mentoring, with a focus on commissioning and progression towards autonomous offshore service responsibilities.

• Lead offshore teams in the installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and fault rectification of LV and HV electrical systems on wind turbines.
• Execute and supervise commissioning activities in accordance with approved procedures, risk assessments, and GE Vernova safety standards.
• Work across key electrical systems, including power converters, transformers, HV/LV switchgear, circuit breakers, protection systems, and LV control systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications to ensure correct system configuration.
• Support energization, functional testing, and handover activities, ensuring accurate commissioning documentation, test records, and non-conformance reports.
• Diagnose LV and HV electrical faults using appropriate test equipment and systematic root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with GE Vernova and industry electrical safety standards, including switching, electrical isolations, and control of work within authorized limits.
• Conduct task-specific risk assessments and toolbox talks to ensure safe execution of offshore activities.
• Supervise and mentor Electrical Technicians, promote consistent technical standards, and drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and procedural feedback.

• This is a permanent position based in Spain, supporting the Dogger Bank Offshore Wind Farm in the North Sea, UK.
• You will work offshore onboard support vessels and wind turbines on a rotational schedule of 14 days on duty followed by 14 days off. Accommodation and meals are provided onboard during your rotation.

• Experience leading offshore electrical commissioning teams in wind, oil and gas, or marine HV environments, including HV switching up to 72 kV and working within MV/HV authorization frameworks.
• Strong technical judgment, safety awareness, and ability to lead and develop technicians while coordinating effectively with engineering and technical support teams.
• Commitment to procedural compliance and continuous improvement, with additional certifications in HV safety, electrical authorization, or electrical technician qualifications.

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We're committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, we will develop not only your technical skills but also support your development to leadership.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

- This is a remote position