Overview
Work History
Trade Qualifications
High Risk Qualifications & Plant Operation
Training and competencies
Timeline
Generic

Dean Hofmeier

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Wind Turbine Electrician Technician

GE RENEWABLES
11.2024 - Current
  • Conduct turbine servicing and fault rectification within service and project teams.
  • Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to maintain safety and compliance.
  • Carry out High Voltage Switching Operations to support grid and turbine work.
  • Deliver project tasks alongside ongoing service operations, ensuring integration across teams.

Wind Turbine Electrician\Technician

SBL Solutions
02.2024 - 11.2024
  • Executed major component exchanges (generators, turning gear) under strict lifting and rigging protocols.
  • Delivered scheduled servicing, inspections, and defect remediation across multiple turbine platforms.
  • Applied process improvements that reduced downtime and boosted turbine availability.
  • Coordinated with service managers and rigging crews to ensure safe and efficient task delivery.

Wind Turbine Electrician/Technician

Cosmic
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Installed and removed heavy components (blades, transformers) across large-scale wind projects.
  • Completed 500-hour and annual turbine services, including lubrication, electrical checks, and torqueing.
  • Performed electrical testing, bolt tensioning, and compliance tagging of equipment.
  • Assisted in mobilisation for project builds while supporting ongoing site service requirements.

Electrician

Queensland Electrical
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Installed and commissioned electrical systems in residential and commercial sites.
  • Conducted fault finding and repairs to restore performance and minimise downtime.
  • Ensured compliance with Australian Standards and state regulations.
  • Worked in small teams to deliver projects on time and within quality requirements.

Apprentice Electrician

All Trades Queensland
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Completed full four-year apprenticeship in electrical mechanics and fitting.
  • Assisted with installation, maintenance, and repairs across diverse job sites.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and wiring diagrams to support accurate work.
  • Developed trade skills in safe isolation, testing, and regulatory compliance.

Trade Qualifications

Electrician (Mechanical/Fitter)

A Grade - QLD, NSW & WA


High Voltage Switching Operations

High Risk Qualifications & Plant Operation

  • Intermediate Scaffolding
  • Intermediate Rigging
  • Crane Licences (CN, C6, CT, CS, CO)
  • Personnel & Materials Hoist
  • Boom-Type EWP >11m
  • Forklift Truck
  • Telescopic Materials Handler
  • Roller Operations
  • Excavator Operations
  • Work Safely at Heights
  • Confined Spaces
  • Gas Test Atmospheres

Training and competencies

  • White Card
  • Manual Handling
  • First Aid
  • Low Voltage Rescue & CPR
  • Fire Awareness
  • Global Wind Organisation Ticket
  • Advanced Rescue Training
  • RIIRIS301E – Apply Risk Management Processes
  • RIIWHS301E – Conduct Safety and Health Investigations
  • RIICOM301E – Communicate Information

Timeline

Wind Turbine Electrician Technician

GE RENEWABLES
11.2024 - Current

Wind Turbine Electrician\Technician

SBL Solutions
02.2024 - 11.2024

Wind Turbine Electrician/Technician

Cosmic
10.2022 - 02.2024

Electrician

Queensland Electrical
01.2021 - 10.2022

Apprentice Electrician

All Trades Queensland
01.2017 - 01.2021
Dean Hofmeier