Wind Energy Resource Technician

Wind Energy Resource Technician

Location: Western Cape

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: 30+ Days Ago

End Date: December 31, 2024 (29 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: 20048386

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions to help clients meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance of renewable power plants, mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies.

Mission: To provide support and technical inputs to the Engineering & Construction and Development teams, including wind data analysis and wind farm site prospecting.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the planning and implementation of meteorological data measurement campaigns.
• Overseeing installation, on-site validation, maintenance, and decommissioning of meteorological stations (including LiDAR units).
• Responsible for ongoing data collection and quality assurance of meteorological stations.
• Engaged in analysis of remotely sensed data from LIDAR platforms.
• Support Project Management in coordination and execution of meteorological station installations and maintenance.
• Incident detection, fault analysis, and management of necessary solutions with various departments.
• Field work to collect necessary information related to meteorological stations failures or incidents.
• Office and on-site coordination and follow-up of contracted works.
• Knowledge of procedures for installation & maintenance of meteorological instrumentation and towers.
• Management and knowledge of meteorological sensors.
• Support Headquarters in the site selection process during the prospecting phase of wind farm developments.
• General support in coordination with Project Management and Headquarters for technical project development.
• Ensuring compliance with ACCIONA Energía Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with ACCIONA Energía policies and procedures.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Graduate with a technical diploma/degree (preferably engineering or physical science).
• Proficient with MS-Office programs, including Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint.
• Capabilities with drafting and mapping software preferred: MapInfo, ESRI ArcGIS, ArcPad, Trimble GPS, Google Earth.
• Knowledge and experience with databases.

Additional:

• Good understanding of renewable energy project topics.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa and the rest of Sub-Saharan Africa and abroad.
• Self-starter with an inquisitive nature.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Languages/Level: English

Years/Areas Experience Required: Minimum 2 years’ experience in the energy sector.

Availability to Travel: Yes

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging, and engagement. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition.