This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to undertake scheduled maintenance of electrical systems in large scale wind turbines.

Maintenance is the process of optimising power generation plant and equipment operations through regular inspections and verification of electrical systems in large scale wind turbines.

Competency in this unit requires the ability to plan work, conduct maintenance on wind turbine electrical systems and complete all work tasks. Individuals will, in general, work under supervision in an electrical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment repair workshop or on site.

Power generation maintenance personnel are trained and authorised to receive permits to work.

Licensing/Certification Information

The application of the skills and knowledge described within this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace. Other conditions may also apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit. For this unit persons must have one of the following as an entry requirement:

• Unrestricted Electrical Licence issued in an Australian State or Territory, or
• Electrical Fitter Occupational Licence issued in an Australian State or Territory, or
• UEEEL0028 Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits, or

UEEEL0039 Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations.