Pic: Courtney Doughty, wind turbine technician at Ørsted UK
Wind energy giant Ørsted is currently recruiting offshore wind turbine technicians across three of its UK operational sites, located at the Port of Grimsby, Liverpool and Barrow. The role is responsible for maintaining and repairing wind turbines whilst contributing to a safety-first culture.
Ørsted is a leading player in the UK’s offshore wind sector in operating and maintaining wind farms. The UK portfolio includes 12 operational offshore wind farms, with Hornsea 3 currently under construction and set to become the world’s single largest offshore wind farm. It has a capacity to deliver 2.9GW of clean energy, powering more than 3.3 million homes, taking Ørsted’s UK total to more than 9 million homes powered and 10% of the UK’s total.
With more than 1100 employees across the UK, the company emphasises a strong safety culture and maximising wind farm performance. Technicians will operate from one of the company’s state-of-the-art facilities and may work from either a Service Operations Vessel offshore on two-week rotation with some unsociable hours, or on seven-day shifts travelling daily between the site office and nearshore windfarms.
Candidates require mechanical or electrical experience; wind turbine technician experience is a bonus but not essential. The role is a great way to transfer skills into the growing offshore wind industry. Within cover letters, applicants may indicate a preferred shift pattern.
Darren Ramshaw, head of operations and maintenance for Ørsted UK, said: “This is a great opportunity to join the growing industry of renewable energy. My career began in the steel industry, and I’ve seen first-hand how core skills can be transferred directly into renewable energy. We’re looking for a safety-first mindset and rigorous approach to maintenance and problem-solving and people who work great in a team.”
Courtney Doughty, wind turbine technician on a far shore site for Ørsted UK, said: “I love working out at sea for a two-week shift as it’s meant I’ve been able to travel on my off shift. The balance really works for me. Travelling to work via vessel and sometimes helicopter is a cool commute. The industry is ever growing and being part of the team means lots of opportunities and it helps that it’s a great lunch time view!”
The deadline to apply is 17 May, to apply please visit: HERE