About this role
RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent In this role, you will help keep the Robin Rigg Wind Farm safe, reliable and efficient through operational engineering, technical support and effective project delivery. You will join the Duty Engineer rota, take ownership of key work areas and support the site team during routine operations and emergencies.
About the role
- Ensure safe and efficient plant operation in line with RWE standards, statutory legislation and site procedures.
- Contribute to site HSSE management by identifying and reporting hazards, near hits and safety improvements.
- Monitor HV and wind turbine systems, coordinate responses to faults and emergencies, and complete operational logging and reporting.
- Participate flexibly in the Duty Engineer and on-call rota, including shifts, long weekend days, out-of-hours emergencies and campaign cover.
- Investigate plant defects, failures and abnormal operating conditions, identify causes and support corrective action.
- Plan and manage contracts, contractors and assigned projects, including scope, resources, delivery, costs, quality and risks.
- Provide technical guidance to operational, maintenance and contractor teams and supervise site contractors when required.
- Complete the training and assessment needed to perform authorised operational duties on site systems up to and including 132 kV.
- Job requirements and experience A completed engineering degree with an electrical or control focus, or three to five years of post-apprenticeship experience in a similar industrial role.
- Relevant operational experience in power generation, offshore wind or another safety-critical environment.
- Proven experience of following HSSE policies and procedures in an industrial environment.
- Working knowledge of contract and contractor management and the ability to scope, plan and deliver site projects.
- Understanding of environmental, commercial and legal matters affecting plant operating conditions.
- IT literacy across SAP-PM, SCADA and control systems, Microsoft Office applications and Operational Technology.
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills with the confidence to challenge established practices.
- Medical fitness for offshore work, the ability to undertake all operational duties and residence within one hour’s travel of the site.
RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you. From here, you benefit from many further advantages – Curious? Then click here ! Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 93989, application period: 25/11/2026 . Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell, [email protected], Contact Business: Michael Smith, We look forward to meeting you.
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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. Want to learn more about working for RWE Offshore? Join Our Journey Offshore by watching the miniseries including 6 episodes, 5 ambassadors and one exciting trip Offshore.