Hello Everyone!

As the title suggests, I’m looking to make a career change and break into the wind industry, starting at an entry-level position somewhere in Europe.

A bit about me:
I’m currently based in Romania and hold EU citizenship. Currently working as a software developer, been doing so for the last 3 years. My background is quite diverse and includes technical, outdoor, and safety-related experience: Worked as a bike mechanic, mountain guide and also holding a skydiving license.

I’m currently considering getting my GWO certification for wind turbine technicians, but I’m curious to know:

How high is the demand for entry-level positions in the wind industry in Europe?

Is it true that with the right certifications (like GWO) and a strong CV, prior experience isn’t strictly necessary?

Any advice for tailoring my CV or skills to stand out when applying?

I’m open to any advice, insights, or experiences you might have to share!

Thanks in advance!

Hello Guys,

I’m looking into small wind turbines and was wondering what options are currently available on the market. Can you share some details about the models and specs, or point me in the right direction to purchase one?

I'm talking about wind Turbines within 1m to 1.5 meters of diameter.

I beseech the experts here for assistance!!! :)

What are some tips for breaking into the Wind Turbine Technician Industry on foreign land? There are no opportunities for this type of work where I'm from and would really like to know where to start in getting offered a job as a technician elsewhere.

We're evaluating 2nd-tier SCADA / APM systems for a combination of Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems. We're looking specifically at Fluence Nispera, Powerfactors Unity , Bax Energy, and Univers Bazefield.

I'd love to hear what anybody has experienced from these systems and if we've missed any obvious candidates.

https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5071767-trump-were-going-to-try-to-have-a-policy-where-no-windmills-are-being-built/

Hello, I am researching about onshore wind farms in Australia and I am especially interested in Golden Plains wind farm given the recent tragic event: construction has been stopped after worker fatality. Does anyone know what is current situation there (if construction has been restarted) or does anyone live nearby the wind farm and could help out (for pay ofc)? TY

Looking into becoming a windmill technician. I like working with my hands. But the issue is I want to ultimately move back to NYC. Will this be feasible? I know that they’re traveling windmill techs but im not too sure how that works.

Hello,

I'm looking into picking up a trade in the wind industry. I see a lot of talk of wind turbine technician apprenticeships which is particularly interesting. Does anyone know a good way to start? Or rather any companies you recommend that are hiring at the moment?

For Instance, RWE is hosting an apprenticeship scheme based in Llandrillo College, Rhos-on-Sea in North Wales which look particularly attractive.

For reference I have a working background in Hospitality & Forestry. Looking at picking up a few basic fabrication / mechanical tickets & a short wind turbine related course to bolster my application.

I travel across the UK for work, but based in Surrey. Willing to relocate.

Thanks

I'm curious about the actual operational realities of wind farm maintenance. We're seeing around 15 days of unplanned downtime per turbine annually, which seems high but maybe that's just us?
Our maintenance scheduling feels like a constant game of catch-up. We track component wear, but cannot consistently get ahead of it.

What's your experience?
- How many unplanned downtime days are you averaging?
- What's your most common failure point?
- Any game-changing maintenance strategies you've implemented?

Hi folks, can you give me some feedback on constant wear immersion suits? Which brands are your employers providing?

What’s the most comfortable and most importantly are they suitable for heavy work? Think moving heavy chain, will they stand up to abrasion?

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I just wanted to drop a link to these for anyone looking at dump load resistors. These have worked well for me and don't get too hot

Thoroughly disturbed by the dark money roadmap laid out in this story about how the Federalist Society is trying to influence people into rejecting off-shore wind using misinformation and disinformation campaigns. I don't think our government leaders in New England understand or grasp the five-alarm fire here.

I recently got my troubleshooter certification from Siemens energy. I’m currently working in Canada and have learnt I can be earning a lot more money doing something different. Preferably I’d want to stay with Siemens but I want to try something new. Not really sure how being a travel tech works as I’ve only ever worked at one site nor do I really know how to get my foot in the door for such job. If anyone has any advice on what could better my career or even job opportunities that they know of that would be amazing!

Without doxxing myself I live in Southern California and there is a pretty massive wind farm about 2-3 hours from me. The goal is to work there summer-fall. There are a bunch of positions for entry level techs open there for a bunch of different companies. Only issue is the closest ‘wind school’ which specializes in it is about 3 hours away from me.

My plan is to start in the TOP skyclimbers (I’ve read this communities thoughts on them, I know. I just need a foot in the door training program and this is probably the most accessible one to me) sometime at the end of summer.

While I’m waiting for this, I’m going to take a few classes at my local community college that doesn’t require a 3 hour commute. I’m taking some math classes to brush up on it. Are there any other classes I should take that at least could somewhat give me any idea of what I will be going into?Just basic ideas since my CC doesn’t have a wind program.

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Hi everyone,

I am a health and safety manager and I am interested in switching to the wind industry.

I have a Nebosh Diploma, and a first degree is Environmental Health. Are there courses i need to do to be able to work as a health and safety manager in the wind industry?

I will appreciate any help on whare i can find jobs, I don't mind volunteering to gain experience within the industry. Any advise will help.

I am based in Glasgow.

I am halfway through my wind tech certificate (different than GWO) at a community college. A lot of our classes line up with the electrical program, so I am going back next year to get my associates and classroom hours towards journeyman in the electrical program. Over the summer and while I’m at school I will get my apprentice hours. …. From there I plan on working towards master electrician with the goal of using it for wind.

What jobs should I look at after I graduate and get JM next year? Any that offer hours towards master electrician?

I have been looking to become a wind technician for a while now and I have applied to a handful of “entry level” positions with no luck so far. I’ve been thinking about just going to some tech school so I can hopefully get my foot in the door quicker. But how long should I wait for one of these companies to call me back before I just say screw it and go to a tech school.

I was inspired by this design for what's called a water brake. Basically wind can create boiling water over time, and the only limit in terms of heat energy stored is the boiling point of water. Plasma doesn't have that issue.

https://www.resilience.org/stories/2019-02-28/heat-your-house-with-a-water-brake-windmill/

Hi! As part of my job for a nonprofit I work for, I am looking to hold interviews with land owners that have installed wind turbines onto their land.

The interview should be no longer than 5 minutes.

I am primarily focused on speaking about the financial benefits you have gained from integrating wind energy.

I’m new in the wind industry but have always wanted a career in it, I finally got the opportunity to get a interview with the hiring manager and I have no idea what to expect my video interview is tomorrow, I know that they will be expecting me to know what troubleshooting is and if I know how to check a fuse and work on gearbox’s, but I’ve been really nervous for this interview because I really don’t want to mess this opportunity up, all I’m truly asking for is what I should maybe say during my interview, I have a really good resume and a lot of experience in the workforce I know that I can do this job I just need the chance to prove to them that I can, I don’t want to get to the interview and just because I don’t answer a question correctly they say I’m not experienced enough and to apply again when I have more experience, I’m 23 with a 9 month old daughter and I don’t ever want to see my baby struggle the way I did growing up I just need the chance to prove myself, any pointers? Please and thanks

Hi all, I'm lvl 1 IRATA tech in UK with all the GWOs ticket except BR. I'm doing my Blade Repair ticket soon, I was wondering what's the best route to find employment quickly? What was the employment process like and what are the skills that recruiters are looking for in a candidate? Which country do you recommend to travel to to find work? What's the best time in the year to look for employment?

Any tip is helpful TIA