Offshore Wind Technician

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What does the job involve?

Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 Offshore Wind Farm projects consist of 2 x 50 turbines, 2 OSS and 2 ONS with total capacity up to 1,5GW. The wind farms are located respectively 37km and 22km north from the Polish coastline. During the operations phase, maintenance of the wind farms will be conducted from our new operations and maintenance (O&M) base in Łeba, with daily shifts onboard Crew Transfer Vessels (CTV's). The O&M base will include a warehouse, quay, Central Control Room, offices and supporting infrastructure, all of which will be purpose built. In the interim, during the construction of the base, the position will be based out of our Gdansk office.

Operational and Maintenance within Renewables is responsible for life-time operation of offshore wind assets. For our offshore wind operation base in Łeba (north of Poland) we are looking for an experienced offshore technician, with deep understanding of wind turbines technology (especially Direct Drive) and MV/HV substation equipment, with an operational and maintenance background. It's expected that this individual will possess comprehensive knowledge of offshore wind farm elements such as; electrical apparatus, cables, subsea structures and other BoP. You will be required to use a variety of service tools that include; hand tools, meters, tensioners and more. You will become a member of team of professionals responsible for operation and maintenance of Baltyk 2 and 3 offshore wind farms.

The Offshore Technician is responsible for the servicing of wind turbines and associated infrastructure through corrective maintenance works. During the construction and installation stage you shall aid the construction and commissioning team. You will provide the technical expertise and assistance for the relevant disciplines and contribute to safe and efficient operations. You will be part of a hybrid competence centre with team members located in Łeba, Gdansk, Warsaw, UK and Norway.

What will my tasks be?

Within This Position, Your Key Tasks Will Be To

• Working in accordance with all H&S procedures.
• Operation, maintenance, fault finding and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems associated with high and low voltage equipment.
• Detailed reporting of all works in accordance with Equinor procedures.
• Long term perspective of operation and maintenance of the assets.
• Constantly acquiring detailed technical knowledge.
• Cooperate with turbine supplier team.
• Develop maintenance strategies, conduct risk assessments, and optimize maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency.
• Identify and assess operational risks associated with facilities, equipment, tools, and systems.
• Work closely with operations groups to schedule and coordinate equipment/plant downtimes for maintenance activities. Ensure effective communication and coordination to minimize production disruptions.

Here's What We Expect From You
At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

• Strong technical - electrical and/or mechanical background.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in WTG operation and maintenance, preferably offshore.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation including electrical and hydraulic diagrams, mechanical drawings and manuals.
• Adherence to high standard of electrical safety rules.
• Be or became authorised to operate HV equipment (SEP) as well as operate and maintain UDT equipment.
• Hold (or ability to pass) required medical and offshore safety training.
• Strong collaboration skills and creative approach to problem solving.
• Proactive and open minded to furthering knowledge and experience base.
• Fluency in written and verbal Polish and advanced English.
• Capability to travel internationally during the construction phase, followed by an ability to work on a shift rotation when operational.

Please note that Łeba is the service base for this role so travel to the asset will be from here and you will be expected to stay in Łeba during rotation. Accommodation will be provided by Equinor.
Please also note phone screening and formal interviews will not take place for this role until second half of January / beginning of February to allow for the holiday period.
What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That's why we offer:

Not just a job - a career

In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.

Attractive rewards

We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.

Wellness and work-life balance

We care about and prioritise our employees' well-being. We know that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

An inclusive culture

We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us, true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equinor is an equal-opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, and training, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status.

As part of this commitment, reasonable adjustments will be made during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you have any specific requirements, please clarify this in your application and our team will be in contact to see how we can support your needs.

Important notes about the application process

We expect you to openly offer all relevant information about yourself during the recruitment process. Background checks are performed on all final candidates, and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened using relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions laws. When applying for a job in Norway you will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.

About Equinor
Equinor is an international energy company headquartered in Norway, energising the lives of 170 million people worldwide. Our ambition is to be a leading company in the energy transition and achieve net zero by 2050. Our task is enormous: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions to the atmosphere. To achieve it, we are looking for like-minded people to join our team of 25,000 colleagues working in more than 20 countries. We're up for the challenge. Are you?