Offshore renewable energy technicians install offshore energy farms and equipment. They ensure the equipment operate in compliance with regulations and assist the offshore renewable energy engineers in the construction of energy devices such as wind turbine blades, tidal stream and wave generators. They also react to system problems, and repair faults.
No competences in this bucket.
The energy generated from the natural movement of water such as ocean waves, tides, currents as well as from water temperature differences as thermal energy of deep cold water. Moreover, it is harnessed as a renewable power source.
The scientific field of study that interprets meteorological information and applies it to ensure the safety of marine traffic.
Structures and facilities installed in a marine environment, usually for the production and transmission of electricity, oil, gas and other resources.
The different technologies used to implement the marine renewable energy to an increasing degree, such as wind, wave and tidal turbines, floating photovoltaics, hydrocratic generators and ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC).
Renewable energy that harnesses the power of wind, transforming air kinetic energy into electrical. Wind energy requires the construction of land or high sea wind farms as the extraction of energy takes place through wind turbines.
The principles and operations of devices that can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, such as dynamos and alternators, rotors, stators, armatures, and fields.
The qualities and applications of electrical discharge, including voltage and electrodes.
The compliance with safety measures which need to be taken during the installation, operation, and maintenance of constructions and equipment which function in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, such as the appropriate safety gear, equipment handling procedures, and preventive actions.
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.
The engineering discipline that studies the design, operation and maintenance of watercraft propulsion and on-board systems. It also addresses the design and construction of fixed and floating marine structures, such as oil platforms and offshore wind farms, which is generally called offshore engineering.
Technologies for the safe use, exploitation, protection of, and intervention in the marine environment.
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
The different types of energy sources which cannot be depleted, such as wind, solar, water, biomass, and biofuel energy. The different technologies used to implement these types of energy to an increasing degree, such as wind turbines, hydroelectric dams, photovoltaics, and concentrated solar power.
The two main types of wind turbines, namely those which rotate along a horizontal or those which rotate along a vertical axis, and their subtypes. The properties and uses of each.
No competences in this bucket.
Arrange for equipment repairs when necessary.
Perform routine inspections on tidal stream generators by carefully inspecting all parts to identify any problems, and to assess whether repairs have to be arranged.
Perform routine inspections on wave energy converters by carefully inspecting all parts to identify any problems, and to assess whether repairs have to be arranged.
Install systems which generate electrical energy through offshore renewable energy technologies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and correct installation of the power system.
Perform all required activities to maintain the wind turbines in functional order. Lubricate moving parts such as gearboxes and bearings, check connections within the system, and resolve any major issues that may develop.
Monitor the operation of electric generators in power stations in order to ensure functionality and safety, and to identify need for repairs and maintenance.
Conduct inspections and take measures in order to prevent or mitigate marine pollution. Adhere to international codes and resolutions.
Set in motion the strategies created for responding to emergency situations, as well as respond to unforeseen problems, in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, such as power outages, in order to rapidly solve the problem and return to normal operations.
Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
Extract exportable data from multiple sources.
Conduct regular inspections during and after the construction of offshore facilities such as oil platforms to ensure risk minimisation and compliance with regulations.
Perform routine inspections on wind turbines by climbing the turbines and carefully inspecting all parts to identify any problems, and to assess whether repairs have to be arranged.
Install equipment which is dependent on electric currents or electromagnetic fields in order to work, or equipment to generate, transfer or measure such currents and fields. This equipment includes switchboards, electric motors, generators or direct current systems.
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
Check and repair electronic equipment. Develop maintenance tasks on electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems which use pressurised fluids to provide power to machines and equipment.
Keep written records of all repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, including information on the parts and materials used, etc.
Diagnose and detect malfunctions in sensor components, systems, and products using sensors and remove, replace, or repair these components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such as storing the components in clean, dust-free, and non-humid spaces.
React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
Identify muster signals and what emergencies they signal. Comply with established procedures. Don and use a lifejacket or an immersion suit. Safely jump into the water from a height. Swim and right an inverted liferaft while wearing a swim while wearing a lifejacket. Keep afloat without a lifejacket. Board a survival craft from the ship, or from the water while wearing a lifejacket. Take initial actions on boarding survival craft to enhance chance of survival. Stream a drogue or sea-anchor. Operate survival craft equipment. Operate location devices, including radio equipment.
Test sensors using appropriate equipment. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.
Use a remote control to operate equipment. Watch the equipment closely while operating, and use any sensors or cameras to guide your actions.
No competences in this bucket.
The technology used to convert electrical energy from a battery or power system into mechanical energy, transmitting the force generated into motion. In the maritime sector, electrical energy is used to drive propeller blades.
The scientific field that deals with the way gases interact with moving bodies. As we usually deal with atmospheric air, aerodynamics is primarily concerned with the forces of drag and lift, which are caused by air passing over and around solid bodies.
Set of technologies that make a process, system, or apparatus operate automatically through the use of control systems.
The different factors which are involved in the calculation and estimation of electricity consumption in a residence or facility, and methods in which electricity consumption can be lowered or made more efficient.
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
The branch of engineering that involves the design, operation, manufacture, and application of robots. Robotics is part of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science and overlaps with mechatronics and automation engineering.
Specific software system (SAS) used for advanced analytics, business intelligence, data management, and predictive analytics.
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
No competences in this bucket.
Communicate the current demand of electricity generation to electricity generation workers and facilities in order to ensure that the generation of electrical power can be increased or decreased accordingly.
Develop and implement strategies which ensure that swift and efficient actions can be taken in the event of a disruption in the generation, transmission, or distribution of electrical energy, such as a power outage or sudden increase of demand.
Perform tests to ensure that a software product will perform flawlessly under the specified customer requirements and identify software defects (bugs) and malfunctions, using specialised software tools and testing techniques.
Diagnose and detect malfunctions in robotic components and systems and remove, replace, or repair these components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such as storing robotic components in clean, dust-free, and non-humid spaces.
Provide organisations and individuals searching for alternative energy methods on the cost, benefits, and negative aspects of the installation and use of wind turbines, both residential and common, and what one must take into account when considering the implementation of wind turbine technology.
Revise estimated meteorological parameters. Solve gaps between real-time conditions and estimated conditions.
Assemble switches, electrical controls, circuit boards and other electrical components by using hand and soldering equipment.
Measure and adjust temperature of a given space or object.
Monitor the operations of an electrical energy distribution facility and electricity distribution systems in order to ensure that the distribution goals are met, and the electricity supply demands are met.
Monitor and control operations on an electrical power transmission and distribution system in order to ensure that major risks are controlled and prevented, such as electrocution risks, damage to property and equipment, and instability of transmission or distribution.
Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.
Operate process control or automation system (PAS) used to control a production process automatically.
Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.
Dismantle and reassemble equipment or system parts in order to replace large defective elements such as generators or engines.
Report test results with a focus on findings and recommendations, differentiating results by levels of severity. Include relevant information from the test plan and outline the test methodologies, using metrics, tables, and visual methods to clarify where needed.
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
Set up or adjust machine controls to regulate conditions such as material flow, temperature, or pressure.
Perform tests on powerlines and cables, as well as other equipment used for the transmission of electrical power, in order to ensure the cables are well insulated, the voltage can be controlled well, and the equipment is compliant with regulations.
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.