As an Offshore Renewable Energy Technician, you will need to master following:

• arrange equipment repairs
• inspect tidal stream generators
• inspect wave energy converters
• install offshore renewable energy systems
• maintain wind turbines
• maritime meteorology
• monitor electric generators
• offshore constructions and facilities
• offshore renewable energy technologies
• prevent marine pollution
• respond to electrical power contingencies

More generally, an offshore renewable energy technician is also versed in:

• analyse test data
• apply health and safety standards
• electric generators
• electrical discharge
• electrical power safety regulations
• electricity
• electronics
• ensure equipment maintenance
• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• gather data
• inspect offshore constructions
• inspect wind turbines
• install electrical and electronic equipment
• maintain electrical equipment
• maintain electronic equipment
• maintain hydraulic systems
• maintain records of maintenance interventions
• maintain sensor equipment
• manage emergency procedures
• marine engineering
• marine technology
• mechanics
• provide first aid
• renewable energy technologies
• survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment
• test sensors
• types of wind turbines
• use remote control equipment

It also helps to know the following:

• coordinate electricity generation
• develop strategies for electricity contingencies
• execute software tests
• maintain robotic equipment
• provide information on wind turbines
• review meteorological forecast data
• aerodynamics
• assemble electrical components
• automation technology
• control temperature
• electricity consumption
• ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
• ensure safety in electrical power operations
• liaise with engineers
• operate automated process control
• quality standards
• read engineering drawings
• replace large components
• report test findings
• resolve equipment malfunctions
• robotics
• set up machine controls
• statistical analysis system software
• technical drawings
• test procedures in electricity transmission
• write inspection reports