Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship Rampion
* Location(s):
* Newhaven, ESX, GB, BN9 0BN
Company: RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start Date: As soon as possible, full time, fixed term
Functional Area: Apprenticeship
Location: IPS International (Rochester) and Rampion Offshore Windfarm (Newhaven)
Your Benefits: Salary of £17,000 in the 1st year, rising to £24,000 in the 3rd year. Pension and private single medical cover.
RWE Renewables is offering motivated individuals the opportunity to begin a career in renewable energy through a rewarding 3-year apprenticeship scheme. Selected candidates will develop into technicians working on wind turbines. The first 2 years will be classroom-based at IPS International training facility, Rochester. The 3rd year will consist of on-site training at Rampion Offshore Wind Farm operated from Newhaven.
About the Role:
We provide a comprehensive learning program, including classroom-based learning and on-site experience with our technicians. Completion of the apprenticeship will result in an NVQ level 3 Engineering Technician qualification.
Our Wind Turbine Technicians work as part of a small team focused on specific offshore wind farms. Enrolled candidates will learn to carry out all aspects of wind turbine maintenance, including scheduled, unscheduled, proactive, and troubleshooting maintenance.
Your hard work will ensure our wind farms continue to deliver power to households and businesses. This role allows you to work on advanced machinery in a demanding environment. Once trained, you will work at sea, in all weathers, and at height, using heavy, complex mechanical and electrical equipment while adhering to Health and Safety protocols.
Initially, the focus will be on learning and developing engineering knowledge through education and training. Examples of tasks covered as Technicians include:
* Electro/Mechanical problem solving of wind turbines in remote locations using user manuals as reference
* Working with advanced mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical equipment safely
* Planning required tools, spares, and materials for each job
* Fault finding and diagnosis of wind turbine components to assist in determining repair or exchange
* Ongoing development to become a multi-skilled technician covering all aspects of inspection, maintenance, and repair of wind turbines
Job Requirements and Experience:
* Motivated to undertake a practical role
* 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at 4/C or above, including Science, Maths, and English
* Willing to learn and develop
* Able to work at height
* Able to work at sea
* Willing to work shifts
* Must live within an hour of the site
All apprentices must study full time for the first 2 years at IPS International, Rochester, before being deployed at Rampion Offshore Windfarm in Newhaven for the 3rd year for direct experience of working on a wind farm.
* Application closing date: 21st February 2025
* Assessment Centre: WC 21st April 2025
* Role start date: August 2025
Accommodation/Travel:
Term-time accommodation will be provided, with rent and utilities covered by RWE. Accommodation is only available while at college. During term time, a reasonable allowance for food and drink will be provided while away from home. RWE will cover travel costs for journeys home on weekends.
Travel to the Assessment Centre:
For candidates invited to the assessment day, all reasonable travel costs will be paid by RWE.
Holidays:
25 days (to be taken outside of term time), plus public holidays.
We value diversity and welcome all applications regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity.
We look forward to your online application.
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