Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship - Galloper Windfarm in Clacton-on-Sea

SummaryRWE Renewables are offering the opportunity for motivated people to begin a career in renewable energy with us. This 3-year apprenticeship scheme will enable the selected candidates to develop into technicians working on wind turbines. The first two years will be classroom-based at the IPS International training facility in Rochester.

Wage: £17,510 a year

Salary: £17,510 in the 1st year, rising incrementally each year in line with internal pay scales and national minimum wage. Accommodation provided whilst at college.

Training course: Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours: Monday – Friday, will be working shifts. 37 hours a week

WorkMost of your apprenticeship is spent working. You\’ll learn on the job by getting hands‐on experience.

What you\’ll do at workAbout the role

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 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance Technician).

Our Wind Turbine Technicians work as part of a small team focused on specific offshore wind farms. Successful 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 challenging 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 demonstrate a commitment to Health and Safety in all aspects of your work.

Initially the focus will be upon learning and developing engineering knowledge through education and training. However, examples of the tasks covered as Technicians in the longer term include:

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 the tools, spares and materials required for each job to be completed.

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.

Where you\’ll work

Galloper Windfarm

Harwich

CO12 4GD

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