Apprentice Wind Turbine Technician

GEV Windpower; Hessle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join GEV Windpower as an apprentice and embark on a rewarding career in renewable energy. You'll receive hands-on training in wind turbine maintenance, working alongside skilled technicians while contributing to sustainable solutions. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a global leader in the industry.

Benefits

Training and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively at height.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.
• Focus on studies and ability to balance work and learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform blade maintenance work on wind turbines.
• Carry out planned, unplanned, and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical components.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Basic engineering knowledge

Job description

At GEV Wind Power, we are passionate about powering the planet with sustainable solutions. As a global leader in wind turbine maintenance, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative services that keep wind farms operating at peak efficiency. GEV has grown from servicing a single European turbine OEM to a trusted global partner in wind turbine maintenance, inspection, and repair. Operating across six continents, we deploy over 560 skilled technicians annually, supporting owner-operators, utilities, and major turbine OEMs. We specialise in rotor blade maintenance, offering repairs, lightning protection, and leading-edge upgrades to maximise turbine performance. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability ensures clients harness the full potential of wind energy. Why Join GEV? Global Reach, Local Impact: Work with a worldwide team driving clean energy solutions. Career Growth: Benefit from training, development programmes, and career advancement. Collaborative Culture: Our values—pride, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving—create a supportive environment. Meaningful Work: Play a vital role in reducing carbon emissions and advancing renewable energy.

• After successfully completing year one, you will then work at different client sites throughout the UK, and potentially Internationally. You’ll support and eventually perform blade maintenance work on wind turbines
• GEV Wind Power has a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal professional growth of our people. We promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally

As our new apprentice you will be supported by our highly skilled team of Technicians, to build a strong foundation of capability that will enable future progression within the wind and wider renewables industry.

The first year of the program is based at Grimsby Institute, where you will learn the basics of engineering and introduce you to wind turbine technology. During breaks in your term-time studies, you’ll return to our head office in Hessle, to work with colleague and learn about our wider business.

After successfully completing year one, you will be placed at one of our clients’ sites within the UK, but could eventually be working in Europa, or internationally. During years two to four, you’ll support and eventually perform blade maintenance work on a wind turbine.

Embark on a career that makes a global impact with GEV Wind Power, contributing to the energy transition by maintaining critical components of wind power generation.

Supported by your training and our team, your tasks will include:

• Working effectively at height, climbing the towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair equipment
• Rope access and blade maintenance work
• Carrying out planned, unplanned and preventative maintenance procedures
• Collecting wind turbine data for testing and analysis
• Troubleshooting and repairing or replacing electrical and mechanical components
• Performing routine maintenance; testing electrical components, systems, and mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Tracking job details and recording task progress
• Learning and developing, participating in training, classes and workshops on and offsite
• All other associated duties as required
• From September 2025, year one of the apprenticeship programme will consist of intensive practical/technical training at The Grimsby Institute (DN34 5AB). In year 2 of the programme you will enter the workplace, with mentoring from our experienced technical team. This will include flexible working from client sites at different locations in the UK, and could include international work. As such, you must be willing to travel and work away from home

Expected to work safely always, the main function of the role is to carry out a variety of manual tasks and fault diagnostics to ensure that the wind turbines are working reliably and at maximum efficiency. The work is carried out at sea, and on-shore, fixing complex machinery in the wind turbines, and communication and teamwork is therefore essential

• The program requires a continuous focus on studies and ability to balance work and learning is vital
• You will have a review every 8-12 weeks with your Line Manager and Trainer to discuss your progress

Year one - 08.30-16.30 (Monday to Friday), based at The Grimsby Institute, Nun's Corner, Grimsby, DN34 5BQ. Year two to year four - work is arranged on a shift rota system with shift patterns to be confirmed.