Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship - Sofia Windfarm

RWE Gruppe; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy provider is offering a Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship based at Coleg Llandrillo and the Sofia Offshore Windfarm in Grimsby. This full-time, 3-year apprenticeship includes 2 years of classroom training followed by on-site experience. Candidates are required to have 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above in Science, Maths, and English. The role involves working at height and at sea, with a competitive salary and benefits including accommodation and travel reimbursements.

Benefits

Accommodation provided for term time

Travel costs reimbursed

25 days of holidays plus public holidays

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent required to apply for the apprenticeship.
• Keen to learn and undertake a practical role.
• Willingness to work shifts on a Service Operation Vessel (SOV).

Responsibilities

• Support turbine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Work in teams at height and remote locations.
• Participate in a comprehensive 3-year apprenticeship program.

Skills

Willing to learn and develop

Ability to work at height

Ability to work at sea

Education

5 GCSEs at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English

Job description

Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship - Sofia Windfarm

• Location(s):
• Grimsby, LIN, GB, DN31 3SY

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.

To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

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: £17,510 in the 1st year, rising incrementally each year in line with internal pay scales and national minimum wage. Benefits include pension and private single medical cover.

Program Overview

RWE Renewables are offering the opportunity for motivated people to begin a career in renewable energy with us. This comprehensive 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.

About 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 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 for specific offshore wind farms. Qualified 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

Candidate requirements

You will be keen to learn and undertake a practical role. Additionally, due to the high complexity of the role it may mean standby or on‑call may be required.

You will be part of a team that will perform services from the Service Operation Vessel (SOV) working 14 days on, 14 days off rotation.

Job requirements and experience

• 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 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 for practical experience of working on a wind farm.

• Application closing date: 20th February 2026
• Assessment Centre: 21st April 2026
• Start date: August 2026

Accommodation/Travel

Term‑time accommodation will be provided with the costs of rent and utilities being paid by RWE. The cost of your commute to college each day will also be paid for unless group travel is provided by RWE. During term time, there will be a weekly set allowance for food and drink while away from home.

Travel to the assessment centre

For those candidates invited to the assessment day, all reasonable travel costs will be paid by RWE. This will be discussed with you upon invitation.

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. To do this, we are looking for innovative and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure greener energy to help protect the future.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91553, application period: 20.02.2026
Any questions? Contact HR: Sabrina Gale, [e-mail], Contact Business: Neil Elliott, [e-mail]

We are looking forward to your online application.