Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship Sofia
Location: Grimsby, LIN, GB, DN31 3SY
Company: RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Employment Type: Full time, fixed term
Functional area: Apprenticeship
Remuneration: Apprentice
Location: Coleg Llandrillo (North Wales) and Sofia Offshore Windfarm (Grimsby).
Requirements: 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English.
Salary: £17,000 in the 1st year, rising to £24,000 in the 3rd year. Benefits include pension and private single medical cover.
About the Apprenticeship:
RWE Renewables are offering the opportunity for motivated people to begin a career in renewable energy with us. This valuable 3-year apprenticeship scheme will enable the selected candidates to develop into technicians working on wind turbines. The first 2 years will be classroom-based at a bespoke wind turbine training facility at Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl in North Wales. The 3rd year will consist of on-site training at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm operated from Grimsby.
Main Purpose of Job:
We will provide a comprehensive and well-supported learning programme including classroom-based learning and experience on site working with our technicians. Completion of the Apprenticeship will result in an NVQ level 3 qualification in wind turbine operations and maintenance and a level 3 diploma in wind turbine maintenance.
Our Wind Turbine Technicians work as part of a small team assigned to specific offshore wind farms. Suitable candidates will learn to carry out all aspects of wind turbine maintenance including scheduled, unscheduled, proactive, and troubleshooting maintenance on wind turbines.
Your hard work will ensure our wind farms continue to deliver power to households and businesses. It is a rewarding job that allows you to work on highly advanced machinery in a demanding environment. Once trained, you will be working at sea, in all weathers and at height, using heavy, complex mechanical and electrical equipment. You will be required to maintain a focus on Health and Safety in all aspects of your work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Electro/Mechanical problem solving of wind turbines working in small teams at height in remote locations with user manuals as reference
* Working with advanced mechanical, hydraulic and electrical equipment in a safe manner
* Planning in advance what tools, spares and materials are required for each job needing completion
* Fault finding and diagnosis of wind turbine main component condition to assist in determining if site repair is possible or whether the unit requires exchange
* Ongoing personal development and training to become a multi-skilled technician that will cover all aspects of inspection, maintenance and repair of the wind turbines
Candidate Requirements:
* 5 GCSE’s (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, staying for up to 2 weeks on a Service Operation Vessel (SOV)
All apprentices will be expected to study full time for the first 2 years at Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl in North Wales during term time, before being deployed at Sofia Offshore Windfarm for the 3rd year to gain practical experience of working on a wind farm.
Accommodation/Travel:
Term-time accommodation will be provided in Chester, with the costs of rent and utilities being paid by RWE. Please note that accommodation is only available while you are at college. During term time, there will be a reasonable allowance for food and drink while away from home. Also, RWE will pay for travel costs for journeys home at the weekends.
Application Details:
* Application closing date: 21st February 2025
* Assessment Centre: WC 28th April 2025
* Role start date: August 2025
Holidays:
25 days (to be taken outside of term time), plus public holidays.
Working for RWE:
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity.
RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world.
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