Apprenticeship Opportunity – Wind Turbine Technician, Beatrice Windfarm – Siemens Gamesa
Siemens Gamesa Apprenticeship – Wind Turbine Technician
Beatrice Windfarm, Wick
Full Time
Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification
Study time: between 36 and 48 months.
Applications are now closed. For further information, please contact the organisers directly.
Siemens Gamesa now have an opportunity for you to join their team as a Wind Turbine Technician apprentice.
It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come. At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.
Siemens Gamesa has a vision for renewable energy: we believe in the power of nature and technology. Help us to be ready to face the energy challenges of tomorrow and make a green footprint – join us in creating a better future for our planet.
We focus on hiring the best people, wherever they may be in the world. We pride ourselves on the flexibility we offer to our employees and are committed to building a workforce that can grow with the company. Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In our culture of trust, we focus on empowerment, diversity, and continuous learning. Valuing our people is what makes us one global team, with our colleagues’ safety at the heart of our organization.
How to contribute to our vision
Do you want to be part of an industry that is striving to protect our planet from further damage?
Are you one who looks for solutions and regards a problem as an opportunity?
Our Advanced Apprenticeship is a level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification which we believe is best in class. Study time is between 36 and 48 months.
For the first 16 months you will work towards a Level 2 Foundation Knowledge Certificate and a Level 3 Technical Knowledge Certificate at college, during this period you will be required to live away from home as all college attendance will be in Hull.
Following college study you will complete additional technical training at our specially developed training center in Hull and you will then move to site to begin year 3 of your apprenticeship.
When at site you will work to secure evidence towards another Level 3 Developing Competence Certificate. In addition, you will be required to progress through a Siemens Gamesa bespoke competency programme.
Finally, you will complete an End Point Assessment where you will demonstrate your experiences and competence. Success here will secure all of the certificates your hard work deserves and provide you with the opportunity to secure membership of a professional institution.
Some of your key tasks will include but not be limited to:
• Maintenance of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and control systems
• Troubleshooting and fault diagnosis of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and control systems
• Component replacement
• Assisting with completion of documentation relating to above and also health and safety documentation
• What you need to make a difference
• Passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change.
We are also looking for;
Applicants must possess at least three General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)’s at Grade C or above (or equivalent) including:- · Maths · English Language · Science or Engineering Or, in the case of those currently studying for their GSCEs, have corresponding predicted grades (NB: failure to achieve predicted grades would result in any offer of employment being withdrawn).
• A Level 2 (or equivalent) Information Communication Technology (ICT) qualification is desirable
• Have a good head for heights
• Be a strong swimmer and prepared to work in a challenging Offshore/Onshore environments
• Be confident enough to live and work away from home and to be prepared to live alongside your fellow apprentices in the shared accommodation provided by the business
• Pass a pre-employment medical and fitness test before a formal offer of employment is confirmed
• Have enthusiasm in abundance as well as long-term commitment to the apprenticeship and to the business
• Possess a keen interest in engineering and technology
• Have sound manual skills and an interest or ability to work with electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Understand money management
• Have a natural ability to apply care and attention to detail and be able to adhere to health and safety requirements
• Show respect for others
In return of your commitment we offer you…
• The chance to become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come
• A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
• Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organisation
• Competitive Pension Scheme
For more information or to apply, please visit HERE.