Apprentice Mechanical / Hydraulics Technician

Key Information

Location
Onshore / offshore  

Work environment
Site

Work area
Wind turbine generators

Typical employer
Lead contractor or subcontractor

Applicable project phase
Construction and operations

Tasks and responsibilities

An Apprentice Mechanical / Hydraulics Technician works under the supervision of the Mechanical / Hydraulic Technician and completes training and education on the job and through TAFE to qualify as a Mechanical Fitter. While working under the supervision of the Mechanical / Hydraulic Technician, an Apprentice is typically exposed to a variety of mechanical and hydraulic tasks including installation, construction, repairs, and maintenance. As an Apprentice gains working knowledge and skills, the tasks and responsibilities increase in complexity.

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Example competencies

Qualifications

• Year 12 school certificate (or equivalent)

• Current GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Offshore Certification (this training is provided during the apprenticeship)

• IRATA Rope Access certification (desirable but not essential)

• Current Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

• Dogging (DG) and Rigging (RB) certifications desirable

• Current HUET (1-day course) – training provided during apprenticeship

• Current OGUK Medical and Chester Step Test desirable

• E-learning training for service lift model (this training is desirable but will be dependent on the turbines installed)

• Construction Industry White Card (to be obtained on the job, during the construction phase of the project)

Experience

• Understanding or background in mechanical or hydraulic systems highly desirable but not essential

• Experience working in a ‘hands on’ role also highly desirable

• Soldering and welding skills highly regarded

Skills and knowledge

• Ability to follow instructions and work under the direction of a supervisor

• Practical mind set with the ability to think outside the box 

Physical requirements

• Ability to pass OGUK Medical and Chester Step Test

• Ability to work offshore on a regular rotation roster     

• Physical ability to climb wind turbines and complete physically demanding tasks at heights

Personal attributes

• Safety focused, with the ability to promote and adhere to a safety-first work culture

• Team player who can take direction from others