Wind Turbine Technician
AGL Energy
Job Description
Join the change. Electrify your future! We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services.
Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning.
Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career. Join the change. Electrify your future.
About the role AGL’s Renewables team based at the Macarthur Wind Farm are looking for a Wind Turbine Technician to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our wind farms across Victoria, helping deliver AGL’s vision for a sustainable future.
Location: Based at the Macarthur Wind Farm, located in southwest Victoria, the site consists of 140 wind turbine generators with a total capacity of 420 MW, making it one of the largest wind farms in the Southern Hemisphere and a major contributor to clean, renewable energy generation in Australia.
This is a hands‑on technical role focused on maintaining and servicing wind farm assets to ensure reliability, safety, and optimal performance.
What you will be doing- Perform routine and breakdown maintenance, servicing, inspection, and monitoring of wind farm assets
- Prepare work records and reports, including input into SAP
- Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) systems and AGL’s safety standards
- Conduct Hazard Risk Analysis and Job Safety Analysis as required
- Ensure compliance with Safe Access Rules and participate in toolbox and safety meetings
- Receive Access Authorities and progress to Recipient In Charge (RIC) if required
- Supervise contractors and service providers to ensure safe and high‑quality work
- Provide and receive on‑the‑job training, mentoring team members to maintain high skill and safety standards
- Demonstrate AGL values by collaborating across the business and contributing to overall success
- You’re a skilled technician with a electrical background who is passionate about renewable energy and working safely as part of a team.
- Electrical Trade qualification.
- HV certification (preferred but not essential)
- Experience working with HV/LV systems, hydraulics, or mechanical systems in industrial, commercial, or residential environments
- Understanding of wind farm operations and maintenance that supports safe and efficient performance
- Self‑motivated with strong time‑management skills
- Enjoys working both independently and collaboratively
- Holds a valid Victorian driver’s licence
- Is comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces
- GWO training
- Working at heights
- Manual handling
- HV/LV rescue
- Fire awareness
- First aid
- Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
- Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
- Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
- Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
- Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
- Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.
- *Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose.
To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers
AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
Our pre‑employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary. The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy. AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.
Location Macarthur VIC 3286
Job Family Group Production - Group
At AGL, we believe energy makes life better. That’s why we’re passionate about powering the way Australians live, move and work. Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges.
We don’t shy away from the tough questions and we consider the answers carefully. We work in partnership with our customers and communities, and take action to shape a better future for all. As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over more than 188 years.
Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We’re investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful. We’ll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.
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