WELDER - Wind Energy
- Germany-wide
- Installation, Maintenance and Repair
ABOUT US
We recruit and prepare international green technicians for Germany’s energy transition. We serve cluster partners operating in the fields of offshore and onshore wind, solar, heat-pump installation, hydrogen and geothermal energy.
Based in Berlin, we are a member of the European Solar PV Industry Alliance, the Berlin Senate’s Solarcity Masterplan, wab e.V. and work to connect green technicians with our cluster partners actively supporting the German Federal Government’s Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG 2023).
Job Description:
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
- Weld small and large components such as copper plumbing, beams, and pipelines.
- Use specialized machinery for industrial welding and oversee machines that perform the same job.
- Maintain and repair all machinery.
- Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors.
- Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
- Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent qualification or a valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred.
- Previous experience in a wind energy environment preferred but not essential.
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks in accordance with maintenance requirements.
- Good experience with TIG, MAG and fully automatic submerged arc multi-wire welding systems.
- Read and understand welding procedure specifications (WPS) and compliance with safety regulations.
- Excellent knowledge of welding machinery, electrical equipment, and manual tools.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to meeting project deadlines.
- B1.2 German language proficiency and C1 English language proficiency
Benefits:
All positions offered through us are socially secured and based in different regions across Germany. This means relocation may be required. We support both technicians and companies with internal relocation services, professional recognition via the IHK/HWK (for electrical installation activities and/or where desired by the company). We also help with additional supporting documents related to work permits.
PROCESS:
Submit your CV here and check the Data Release Declaration to begin the application process. After assessment, German-based applicants with a suitable qualification and CEF-B1.2 German will be invited to record an introductory video that can be reviewed by prospective employers.
If you do not speak B1.2 German but your qualifications meet basic requirements, you will be invited to take part in our Bridging Program. The program provides international energy and environmental professionals intensive and specialised German professional fluency courses to help improve employment chances in the energy transition.
In some cases, we may also invite those with several years experience and no German to record an introductory video. This is decided on a case by case basis. Please allow 14 days for a response.