Apprentice Wind Turbine Technician (m/w/d)

Job Description

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come. At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Gamesa:

How to Contribute to Our Vision

Do you want to be part of a fast-growing industry, building the clean power infrastructure that helps us in the fight against climate change?

Do you have an interest in technology and engineering as well as a head for heights?

Are you one who looks for solutions and regards a problem as an opportunity?

Do you hold safety above everything else? Can you challenge when you know something is wrong?

Siemens Gamesa is looking for four new apprentices to join our offshore wind construction team, with the opportunity to lead to a unique career that could take you across the world.

As an apprentice wind turbine technician, you will complete a level 3 qualification (NVQ equivalent). The title of the course is: Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician. You will be trained in all aspects of the wind turbine generator construction process working alongside mentors in logistics, pre-assembly, installation and commissioning teams.

Year 1 of your apprenticeship will be full time study, 40 hours a week, based at a college/provider in Hull, as well as undertaking Wind Turbine training both in Hull and around the UK, with occasional days working alongside our SGRE colleagues in various UK locations. There is potentially Wind Turbine training in Europe, which may fall in the first or second year.

Years 2 – 4 will be a combination of time completing NVQ’s for the apprenticeship, working with SGRE colleagues locally and on offshore construction projects, this is entirely dependent on where Siemens Gamesa are currently involved in Wind farm construction projects.

Responsibilities

Some of your key tasks will include but not be limited to:

• Working at sea, on a “Jack up” installation vessels or service operation vessels during the projects
• construction phase
• Putting newly installed wind turbines into operation and ensuring they are fault free before
• handing over to our customers
• Troubleshooting and repair of complex electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components
• Completion of critical safety and quality documentation

What You Need to Make a Difference

A passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change. We are also looking for..

Logistical Requirements

• Be at least 17 years old by September 25
• Ideally reside within 35 minutes’ drive of Hull, East Yorkshire
• Hold a full UK driving license (or working towards) & Passport (or have the right to apply for one)
• Physically fit and capable to pass an Offshore medical exam
• Have a head for heights
• Be prepared to travel and work away from home, typically on a 2 week on, 2 week off basis, or longer.

Personal Requirements

• Strong social skills and desire to work in close knit teams
• Have enthusiasm in abundance as well as long-term commitment to the apprenticeship and to the business
• Have sound manual skills and an interest or ability to work with electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems
• Problem solving skills – being methodical, thinking logically and calmly to resolve issues.
• Adaptability and Initiative: Being able to quickly adapt to new situations and demonstrate proactivity throughout your apprenticeship. Self-managing a range of tasks; such as creating travel plans, sourcing equipment, handling unexpected delays, doing last minute training and ensuring you have the correct PPE and equipment.

Qualifications Required

Three GCSE's or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above which must include Math, English Language and Science. Level 2 ICT is an advantage. Functional Skills Math and English qualifications will be included in the apprenticeship program if apprentices are unable to evidence the required grades.

How the Recruitment Process Works

You apply by submitting your CV, please include a Cover letter when applying, upload it with your CV. From there shortlisted candidates will have to pass a short, online level 2 engineering exam and potentially a pre-assessment. Once reviewed, typically in April shortlisted candidates are invited to join us at our Recruitment Assessment Centre. If you are successful here, you will be offered an initial four-year fixed term contract of employment subject to you successfully passing:

• A practical ‘Working at Heights’ assessment
• A medical and fitness test
• And provide the correct right to work documentation and relevant exam certifications.

In Return of Your Commitment, We Offer You…

• Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come
• A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
• Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organisation
• Competitive Pension Scheme

Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come. We are a global team of diverse colleagues who share a passion for renewable energy and have a culture of trust and empowerment to make our own ideas a reality. We focus on personal and professional development to grow internally within our organisation. Siemens Gamesa offers a wide variety of benefits such as flexible working hours as well as home-office possibility for many colleagues, employer-funded pension, attractive remuneration package (fixed/variable) and local benefits such as subsided lunch, employee discounts and much more

Empowering Our People

https://www.siemensgamesa.com/sustainability/employees

How Do You Imagine the Future?

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Our global team is on the front line of tackling the climate crisis, reducing carbon emissions – the greatest challenge we face.

We believe diversity creates more opportunity for success. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life: it doesn’t matter the gender, age, ethnic background, sexual orientation or disability. Our main aim is to find people from around the globe who can contribute to world-changing technology.

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working.