Nathan Simpson-Phillips
Nordmaling
Summary
An accomplished Wind Turbine Technician with experience in GWO Blade Inspection and Repair. Complimented with 8+ years’ experience installing, maintaining, and servicing electrical, mechanical, and geotechnical systems. Demonstrates full knowledge of Health & Safety protocol and experience following company safety regulations and contributing to a safe working environment.
Professional technician with robust experience in equipment maintenance and repair. Proven ability to identify and resolve mechanical problems efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering high-quality results in dynamic settings.
Professional service technician with strong background in diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of various systems and equipment. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams to meet and exceed targets. Demonstrates adaptability and reliability in dynamic work environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, customer service, and technical problem-solving.
Knowledgeable with solid background in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues. Successfully executed maintenance tasks and troubleshooting techniques to ensure optimal equipment performance. Demonstrated technical expertise and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
Thorough Service Technician with commitment to superior service. Driven to consistently contribute value through impeccable work ethic and unending quest to achieve new service skills. Experience managing high-volume of service calls while maintaining quality and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Service Technicain
Vestas Wind Systems
Umeå, Sweden (Remote)
10.2023 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in various equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent equipment failure and extend lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex technical problems, enhancing overall service quality.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime for repairs, increasing overall productivity.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify malfunctions, streamlining repair processes and minimizing customer wait times.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Effectively communicated technical information to non-technical clients, ensuring proper understanding and utilization of equipment features.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry advancements through continuous learning initiatives, enhancing overall skillset and expertise.
Trouble-shooter/Commissioner Technician/Team Leader
Rodopi Wind Service (GE)
Piteå, Sweden
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Planned and reported on daily performance to commissioning including in-depth reports to ge engineering to improve the system
- Troubleshooting and fault find parameters to find why the system isn’t operating
- Leased with jevi, lm, ge wind power over ever-adapting work, solving engineering problems to prepare the ice mitigation system to be more effective in further years to come
- Assisting service in any tasks that they require me to do in the machine
- Assisted commissioning on how the work is progressing, in form of daily reports
- Maintained and repaired turbine systems including mechanical, electrical, and assemblies
- Operated and maintained shooting equipment to ensure safety and precision during wind service operations.
- Executed routine inspections of shooting tools, identifying necessary repairs and replacements to enhance operational efficiency.
Maintenance Technician/service
ERSG (vestas)
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Planned and reported on daily maintenance activities
- Operated in compliance with industry health and safety requirements including the WTSR
- Completing punch lists from customer inspections on site
- Reactive maintenance and repair from breakdowns in the north of the UK
- Maintained and repaired turbine systems including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic assemblies and major components.
Trouble-shooter/Maintenance Technician
Samuel Knight International (GE)
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Planned and reported on daily maintenance activity as well as managed local spare parts and consumable stock.
- Identify the root cause of break down by using drawing and periodic testing to find the faulty component
- Performed electrical, fiber optic, and network/plc systems including 24vdc to 690vac.
- Operated in compliance with industry health and safety requirements including the WTSR.
- Inducted contractors and visitors.
- Maintained and repaired turbine systems including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic assemblies and major components.
- Remained open and flexible towards working hours and traveling to meet the varying demands of the job.
- Replaced filters and greasers and conducted stat inspections on generators and gearboxes to detect problems in the drive train.
- Six months, yearly services
Trouble-shooter & Retrofit Technician
Robur Rodopi
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Repaired jevi blade heating systems in GE 3.x full run-ups.
- Conducted pre-winter checks to check the operation of the system.
- Worked on quality control processes and standards.
- Adhered to Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and PPE protocol.
Rope Access Blade/Paint Technician
Robur WKA
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Applied corrosion protection on the tower sections and hub after collecting permits.
- Repaired painted damaged steel components including sanding and grinding oxidization from the damage and applying paint to the thickness specified thickness.
- Prepared and submitted damage reports.
- Reaping towers and hub 3-layer paint system and performed glass fiber repairs to the nacelle room and sides.
Wind Turbine Commissioning & Repair
Robur Rodopi (GE)
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Based in Sweden on a site with over 1000 turbines repairing, inspecting, and maintaining blades.
- Worked in Serbia inspecting blades, connecting LPS systems, and installing filters.
- Ensured a clean and safe working area via good housekeeping standards.
- Completed rust repairs to blades and towers, conducted pre-assembly repairs from transportation cat 3 to cat 5 repairs, and repaired/installed aerodynamic upgrades.
Windtex (Nordex)
05.2019 - 08.2019
Rope Access Technician
Can Uk Ltd
10.2018 - 2021
Erwin Hymer Group UK Ltd, Production Operative
09.2013 - 10.2018
Tri-Air Innovations Ltd, Apprentice: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
10.2011 - 09.2013
Offshore Commissioning Team Leader
Endiprev
Newcastle
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Led team to achieve operational targets and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Trained new team members on processes and safety protocols.
- Streamlined communication between departments to improve project timelines.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to foster team development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Dewintside College
Consett09-2013
Skills
- Installation and repair
- Attention to detail
- Preventive Maintenance
- Customer service
- Work with minimal supervision
- Troubleshooting skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem and issue resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics skill
- Project management
References
Provided on request
Certification
- WINDA ID: NS451329GB
- BTEC Level 3 Manufacturing Engineering QCF (Merit)
- C&G plc programming and fault finding
- EAL level 3 in plc programming and communications
- C&G industrial panel wiring
- C&G confined space
- EAL level 3 in commercial & industrial Wiring with fault finding
- GWO Blade Inspection & Repair
- GWO Fire Awareness
- GWO German working at heights
- GWO Manual Handling
- GWO Working at Height
- GWO First Aid
- GWO Sea Survival & Boat Transfer
- GWO Hub and blade rescue
- Wind turbine safety rules
- Hailo power lift training
- Substation awareness
- Loto training from GE up to 4.0mw
- Ge 2.x, 3.x, Cyprus training
- Vestas
- Level 2 Rope Access – over 1500 hours logged since Aug 2018
- Green CSCS Card – Labourer (Jan 2019)
- CNSG Safety Passport
- Medical with Chester Step
- Level Functional Skills in English
- 8 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science
Timeline
Traveling Service Technicain
Vestas Wind Systems
10.2023 - Current
Offshore Commissioning Team Leader
Endiprev
03.2023 - 10.2023
Trouble-shooter/Commissioner Technician/Team Leader
Rodopi Wind Service (GE)
03.2022 - 03.2023
Maintenance Technician/service
ERSG (vestas)
07.2021 - 10.2021
Trouble-shooter/Maintenance Technician
Samuel Knight International (GE)
09.2020 - 03.2021
Trouble-shooter & Retrofit Technician
Robur Rodopi
08.2020 - 09.2020
Rope Access Blade/Paint Technician
Robur WKA
03.2020 - 08.2020
Wind Turbine Commissioning & Repair
Robur Rodopi (GE)
08.2019 - 12.2019
Windtex (Nordex)
05.2019 - 08.2019
Rope Access Technician
Can Uk Ltd
10.2018 - 2021
Erwin Hymer Group UK Ltd, Production Operative
09.2013 - 10.2018
Tri-Air Innovations Ltd, Apprentice: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
10.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Dewintside College