Year in Industry Offshore Project Documentation Management

RWE; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is offering a Year in Industry placement based in Swindon, starting summer 2026. The role involves assisting in document management for Offshore projects, benefiting from a collaborative team environment. Candidates should be enrolled in a business or IT-related degree and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of £25k per year along with mentoring and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Salary of £25k

Employee pension scheme

Mentoring and development programme

Travel expense coverage

Access to global colleagues

Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate workload and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a diverse team environment.
• Motivated and able to articulate career goals in cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Assist in document management for Offshore projects.
• Track and report progress on project documentation.
• Communicate with contractors regarding data and documentation.

Skills

Attention to details

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Education

Enrolled in a business or IT-related degree

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start date in summer 2026, full time, fixed term for 12 months. Hybrid model meaning 2 days per week onsite in Swindon (Tues, Wed or Thurs), the rest can be home based

From here, you can join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a Year in Industry placement and gain invaluable insight into this truly unique and innovative sector. We’re one of the largest developers of offshore wind globally on a journey of significant growth determined by our Growing Green investment strategy as well as commitment to net zero. With 10 operational offshore wind farms across the UK, and multiple development projects in the pipeline, there has never been a more exciting time to become part of our #teamRWE.

No two days in Offshore Wind are the same – you’ll benefit from a collaborative feedback-oriented culture, the chance to tap into a global community of students and graduates, and endless opportunities for growth. Backed by a welcoming and diverse team environment, we know we can offer you a truly unique experience in our Construction & Project Delivery business function with focus on Document Controlling. Curious?

About the role

• Gain valuable knowledge and experience of:
  • working within the Document Management function for Offshore projects
  • the influence on project budget, time and quality requirements
  • ensuring traceability for all documentation during all phases of the project, including handover and operations
• Assist the team e.g. with:
  • processing, quality checking, tracking and reporting for Offshore project documentation
  • the provision and receipt of data and communications to/from contractors
  • the reporting of progress to project managers

Job requirements and experience

• You’re an enrolled student in a business or IT-related degree. We count on your attention to details, your willingness to understand document management principles and relationship building.
• Your degree course is eligible for a year in industry placement
• You have very good verbal and written communication skills
• You’re able to coordinate your own workload and to meet tight deadlines
• Working in a diverse team environment and dealing with a range of stakeholders every day is something you feel comfortable with
• You’re open to travel to other sites if needed. Travel expenses will be covered by us
• Motivation is crucial. Your cover letter will tell us why you’re a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans

Your benefits

• We value your effort by offering a salary of £25k per year and employee pension scheme
• Sustainable world: Contribute actively to our Growing Green mission
• Take action: Use the chance, gain practical experience and work alongside global colleagues as a core member of the team
• Investing in growth: We will support you with mentoring and a development programme along with other interns in the business
• Trust and respect: We trust you and count on your skills. Be embedded in work and key projects from day one, enabling you to apply your knowledge and rapidly acquire new, marketable skills
• Every voice is heard: Your innovative and fresh way of thinking is more than welcome. Don’t hesitate and bring in your ideas

We look very much forward to your application, including your CV and cover letter which tells us why you’re a suitable candidate for this opportunity and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.

In case of a positive impression of your application documents you will be invited to an interview which will prospectively take place in December or January 2026 with offers following after.

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Any questions? Contact HR: Mia Cao ([e-mail]), Contact Business: Steven Henderson (OOC-PD)

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