Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship Sofia
Location(s): 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. Apprenticeship Overview:
RWE Renewables offers a valuable 3-year apprenticeship scheme for motivated individuals 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, followed by on-site training at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm in Grimsby during the 3rd year. Main Purpose of Job:
The program includes a comprehensive learning experience with classroom-based instruction and hands-on training. Completion will result in an NVQ level 3 qualification in wind turbine operations and maintenance and a level 3 diploma in wind turbine maintenance. Technicians will work as part of a small team assigned to specific offshore wind farms, learning to perform all aspects of wind turbine maintenance, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, as well as troubleshooting. Candidate Requirements:
Candidates should be eager to learn and prepared for a practical role. Standby or on-call may be required due to the role's complexity. The work involves a 14-day on, 14-day off rotation from a Service Operation Vessel (SOV). Knowledge and Skills: 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English Willingness 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 SOV Application Details: Application closing date: 21st February 2025 Assessment Centre: WC 28th April 2025 Role start date: August 2025 Accommodation and Travel:
Accommodation will be provided in Chester during term time for the first 2 years, along with travel expenses for journeys between the Grimsby region and the term time address. Reasonable allowances for food and drink while away from home will also be provided. RWE will cover travel costs for candidates invited to the assessment day. Holidays:
25 days (to be taken outside of term time), plus public holidays. Diversity and Inclusion:
RWE values diversity and welcomes all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Working for RWE:
RWE is committed to sustainability and aims to be carbon-neutral by 2040. We are looking for motivated individuals to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.
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Location(s): 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. Apprenticeship Overview:
RWE Renewables offers a valuable 3-year apprenticeship scheme for motivated individuals 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, followed by on-site training at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm in Grimsby during the 3rd year. Main Purpose of Job:
The program includes a comprehensive learning experience with classroom-based instruction and hands-on training. Completion will result in an NVQ level 3 qualification in wind turbine operations and maintenance and a level 3 diploma in wind turbine maintenance. Technicians will work as part of a small team assigned to specific offshore wind farms, learning to perform all aspects of wind turbine maintenance, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, as well as troubleshooting. Candidate Requirements:
Candidates should be eager to learn and prepared for a practical role. Standby or on-call may be required due to the role's complexity. The work involves a 14-day on, 14-day off rotation from a Service Operation Vessel (SOV). Knowledge and Skills: 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English Willingness 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 SOV Application Details: Application closing date: 21st February 2025 Assessment Centre: WC 28th April 2025 Role start date: August 2025 Accommodation and Travel:
Accommodation will be provided in Chester during term time for the first 2 years, along with travel expenses for journeys between the Grimsby region and the term time address. Reasonable allowances for food and drink while away from home will also be provided. RWE will cover travel costs for candidates invited to the assessment day. Holidays:
25 days (to be taken outside of term time), plus public holidays. Diversity and Inclusion:
RWE values diversity and welcomes all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Working for RWE:
RWE is committed to sustainability and aims to be carbon-neutral by 2040. We are looking for motivated individuals to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.
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