Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship

RWE; Workington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is offering a 3-year Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship based at Coleg Llandrillo and Robin Rigg Offshore Wind Farm. This program includes classroom training in North Wales and hands-on experience at a wind farm, leading to NVQ Level 3 in Wind Turbine Operations. Candidates must have 5 GCSEs or equivalent and a keen interest in engineering. The role promises rewarding work in renewable energy, ensuring our wind farms deliver power efficiently and sustainably.

Benefits

Accommodation provided during training

Travel costs to college covered

Weekly food allowance during term time

25 days holidays plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Be committed to studying full time for the first two years.
• Must live within an hour of the site.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Work towards achieving an NVQ Level 3 qualification in Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance.
• Learn maintenance, trouble shooting on wind turbines.
• Participate in practical tasks during the apprenticeship.

Skills

Keen to learn

Interest in engineering

Able to work at height

Able to work at sea

Willing to work shifts

Education

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

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

Location: Coleg Llandrillo (North Wales) and Robin Rigg Offshore Wind Farm (Workington).

Requirements: 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English.

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

Wind Turbine Technician Apprenticeship

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 selected candidates to develop into technicians working on wind turbines. The first two years will be classroom based at a bespoke wind turbine training facility at Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl in North Wales. The third year will consist of on‑site training at Robin Rigg Offshore Wind Farm at Workington.

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. The 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, preventive 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.

Job requirements and experience

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at 4/C or above including Science, Maths and English
• Willing to learn and develop
• Interest in engineering
• Able to work at height
• Able to work at sea
• Willing to work shifts
• Must live within an hour of site

All apprentices will be expected to study full time for the first two years at Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl in North Wales during term time, before being deployed at Robin Rigg Offshore Wind Farm in Workington for the third year for practical experience of working on a wind farm.

Important Dates

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

Apply with just a few clicks: Application period: 20/02/2026. Any questions? Contact HR: Sabrina Gale, [e-mail]. We look forward to meeting you.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. Inclusion matters.