Advanced Blade Technician
Full-time, Permanent
Offshore
The Role:
We are looking for an Advanced Blade Repair Technician to join our team. In this role, you will take responsibility for carrying out complex repairs and maintenance on wind turbine blades, ensuring they remain in peak operating condition. You will diagnose issues, perform high-quality repairs, and apply your technical expertise to maintain safety and efficiency standards. The position also involves mentoring and training junior technicians, while ensuring all work complies with strict safety and quality requirements. This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting renewable energy operations through precision and expertise.
What you’ll be doing:
- Perform advanced repairs and maintenance on wind turbine blades, including composite repairs, leading-edge protection, and structural repairs.
- Ensure all tasks are planned and executed in accordance with site-specific risks, control measures, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with HSE and project management teams to continuously improve RAMS documentation and promote a proactive safety culture.
- Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior technicians, including training and mentoring.
- Maintain accurate records of all repair and maintenance activities, including documentation of work performed and materials used.
- Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure all repairs meet the required standards and specifications.
- Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance schedules and procedures for wind turbine blades.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of blade repair processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including health, safety, and environmental standards.
What we’re looking for:
- Technical qualification in engineering or a related field.
- Extensive experience in wind turbine blade repair and maintenance
- Strong understanding of composite materials and repair techniques.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Why join us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
- Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility.
- Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions.
- Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations.
About Us:
James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets.
In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.