Want to become a GWO trainer? We have a great opportunity to join the USA’s fastest growing industry, wind energy.
STL USA are recruiting for new GWO trainers as demand for GWO training courses increases. the wind energy sector in the USA is one of the fastest growing markets with double digit job creation happening yearly. Growth is being driven by cities, states and corporations committing to clean energy, fuelling the boom we are at the center of. There’s no better time to become a GWO trainer.
GWO, Global Wind Organisation, is the industry body responsible for setting common safety standards for technicians in the wind energy sector. Created by its members the GWO have two main safety standards which STL train. The Basic Safety Standard and Basic Technical Standard. Course content covers all aspects of safety for onshore and offshore turbines as well as regular refreshers.
STL deliver training from two main hubs, Texas and Iowa. The facilities at each are world class with extensive climbing systems and turbine mock-ups to practice training.
As a course instructor, you will be delivering GWO and other courses to wind energy technicians at Safety Technology USA’s main training locations in Texas and Iowa as well as remotely onsite with clients.
Friendly and outgoing you will lead training courses of small groups of students. Instructing them on the key safety elements required for them to gain GWO accreditation.
Working with the course delivery teams in the USA and at our UK head office you will deliver training courses to the latest standards.
The following qualifications would be desirable
- SPRAT or IRATA Level 2
- OSHA 10 / OSHA 30
- NFPA Fire Fighter Qual
- Ergonomics/Material Handling Certified
As would previous teaching experience (military, safety training, climbing or mountaineering). Strong Verbal and written communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Outlook
It’s really important that you can travel as this role requires lots within the USA.
Please forward a full CV along with availability to interview/ start and salary expectations for immediate feedback and a confidential chat.
