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EWI are supporting a leading global wind turbine manufacturer in expanding its specialist Offshore Heavy Lift & Major Component Exchange team.

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly specialised offshore operation responsible for delivering complex heavy lift campaigns, major component replacements and technical interventions across a large offshore wind portfolio.

The team supports high-profile offshore wind projects throughout Europe and provides specialist expertise for major corrective works involving blades, gearboxes, generators, main bearings, drivetrains and other critical turbine components.

Working on a rotational basis, successful candidates will join an experienced offshore team operating from jack-up vessels and offshore installation platforms across the North Sea and wider European offshore market.

Key Responsibilities

Execute offshore heavy lift and major component exchange activities on utility-scale wind turbines.Support blade, gearbox, generator, main bearing and drivetrain replacement campaigns.Perform mechanical and electrical activities to the highest safety and quality standards.Participate in vessel-based offshore operations and heavy lift campaigns.Support lifting operations, tooling inspections and mobilisation activities.Comply with permit-to-work systems, RAMS, LOTO procedures and all site safety requirements.Contribute to safe systems of work and operational planning.Support offshore troubleshooting, repair and recovery activities.Mentor and support less experienced technicians where appropriate.Maintain accurate site documentation, inspection records and technical reports.

Desired Background

We are particularly interested in individuals from the following backgrounds:

Wind Turbine Technicians with offshore experience.Major Component Exchange (MCE) Technicians.Offshore Installation Technicians.Heavy Lift Technicians.Lift Supervisors.Crane Supervisors.Deck Foremen.Banksman / Slinger Signallers.Offshore Mechanical or Electrical Technicians.Personnel with experience working from jack-up vessels or offshore installation vessels.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Previous experience on offshore wind projects.Experience supporting heavy lift or major component replacement campaigns.Mechanical and/or electrical wind turbine experience.Experience with hydraulic systems and rotating equipment.CPCS Blue Card desirable.Lift Supervisor qualification desirable.Slinger Signaller / Banksman certification desirable.Strong understanding of offshore lifting operations.Experience working within permit-to-work environments.GWO certification and offshore medical certification.Ability to travel internationally and work rotational offshore schedules.

Locations
Offshore Europe (primarily North Sea projects) with international assignments as required.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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