Posted 5 months ago
Wind Services - Composite Technician – St. John’s, NL
@ Apave North America Corp.
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
Apave North America Corp. is hiring a full-time Lead Composite Technician for its Wind Services Department in St. John's, Newfoundland. The role leads and performs composite repairs on wind turbine blades, nacelles and nose cones, supervising a team in the field and shop. Overnight travel and a valid driver's licence are required, and health benefits start after a 3-month probation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and perform composite repairs on wind turbine blades, nacelles and nose cones
- Supervise and mentor technicians in the field and shop
- Support setup, inspection and maintenance of wind turbine systems
- Support rigging and platform operation teams
- Stay current on wind turbine maintenance practices and safety standards
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years of hands-on composite repair experience
- Strong knowledge of composite materials, vacuum infusion and gel coat
- Ability to work at heights in various conditions
- Valid driver's licence and overnight travel
- GWO and IRATA certification an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | GWO, IRATA |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
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Apave North America Corp.
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A service provider of Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Inspection, and Asset Integrity Engineering.
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- People associated on LinkedIn
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- Reported office locations
- 5311 86 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T8, CA
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A service provider of Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Inspection, and Asset Integrity Engineering.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
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Lead Composite Technician – Blade Repair in St. John's, NL
Apave Canada is currently seeking experienced Wind Technicians to join our Wind Services Department in St. John’s, Newfoundland. We have full‑time opportunities available for Composite Technicians to support ongoing and upcoming wind energy projects in the region.
Who we are:
Apave Canada has been serving the oil and gas, petroleum and petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pipeline and potash industries since 1953. Our Canadian operations currently provide services from Edmonton, Regina, Calgary, Cold Lake, Saskatoon, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lloydminster, Nisku, Red Deer. Our USA operations provide services from 23 office locations, our United Kingdom operations provide services from 7 office locations, and our Australian operations provide services from 5 locations. Our growth is primarily due to our combination of experienced management and strong technical skills, combined with a high commitment to customer service.
Who you are:
- A person that can lead a job.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients.
- Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
- Self-motivated and capable of working at a high technical and performance level.
Job Duties:
- Lead and perform advanced composite repairs on wind turbine blades, nacelles and nose cones (Structural, surface and lightning)
- Supervise and mentor a team of technicians in the field and shop
- Assisting with the setup, inspection, and maintenance of wind turbine systems and equipment.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and technical services, to complete projects and resolve any issues.
- Maintaining knowledge of industry best practices, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to wind turbine maintenance.
- Staying up to date with the latest wind turbine maintenance techniques and technology.
- Support rigging and platform operation teams.
Required Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have the following certifications and experience.
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including at heights.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Travel (including overnight stays out of town) will be required.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in composite repairs,
- Strong Knowledge of composite materials, vacuum infusion, and gel coat application,
- GWO and IRATA certification would be an asset.
Safety Requirements:
- Steel-toe boots are required; Apave Canada will provide additional PPE.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health benefits that meet or exceed industry standards will be provided after a 3-month probationary period.
Legal entitlement to work in Canada is mandatory.
All potential employees will be required to complete a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.
Apave Canada is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and respects our commitment as a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCIB). We expect our employees to behave ethically and professionally.
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