Year in Industry Operations Engineering (Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm)

RWE; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and development programme

Industry training: GWO and Wind Turb"

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. invites students to join a Year in Industry placement within the Offshore Wind Operations team at Triton Knoll.

The 13-month, full-time role offers hands-on experience in engineering and maintenance strategy, asset integrity, and project management on a live wind farm. You'll gain insight into technical project management, asset governance, HSE processes, and contract management while collaborating with a diverse team and meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• You're enrolled as a student in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Renewables or similar.
• Your degree 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 meet tight deadlines.
• You can work in a diverse team and engage with multiple stakeholders daily.
• Your cover letter should explain why you're suitable and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
• You have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years due to potential National Security Vetting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the wind farm’s engineering and maintenance strategy.
• Safety improvements through offshore inspections.
• Project management ensuring adherence to programme, budget and quality.
• Asset integrity management.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Workload coordination

Team collaboration

Motivation/cover letter

NSV eligibility

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Renewables or similar

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start date in July 2027, full time, fixed term (13 months)
Fully site based at Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm

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 Operations business function with focus on Operations Engineering. Curious?

About the role

• Gain valuable knowledge and experience of
  
  • Technical project management.
  • Asset management through compliance, Asset & Regulatory Governance and electronic management systems.
  • HSE management.
  • Contract management.
• Actively support the team e.g. with
  
  • Developing and delivering the wind farm’s engineering and maintenance strategy.
  • Safety improvements through offshore inspections.
  • Project management, ensuring adherence to programme, budget and quality.
  • Asset integrity.

Job requirements and experience

• You're an enrolled student in one of the following degree courses: Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Renewables or similar.
• 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.
• 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.
• You have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years due to the potential requirement for National Security Vetting.

Please refer to the UK Government's National Security Vetting guidance for further details and eligibility requirements.

Your benefits

• A salary aligned with the Real Living Wage.
• Sustainable world: Contribute actively to our Growing Green mission.
• Take action: Use the chance, gain hands-on 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.
• Professional Development: Comprehensive training is provided, including Global Wind Organisation Certificate to work offshore, Wind Turbine Safety Rules Training, and In-house technical training.

This position is aimed at those currently studying who are eligible for a Year in Industry Placement. For those who will be graduating Summer 2027 we encourage you to apply for our graduate programme which will be advertised in January 2027.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level.Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

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

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities.

Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.