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Army Veterans in Wind: #2 From the Romanian Navy to wind
We have collected a series of inspiring stories about GWS colleagues who all joined the wind industry with a military background.
In our first story, we meet Razvan from our Romanian unit who tranferred from the Romanian Navy to a career in wind.
Background: Former Military Personnel in Wind.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are more than 10,000 veterans currently working in the wind industry, making up 9% of the total workforce. It's the second fastest-growing job in America. Meanwhile, in Europe, there is a need for at least 150,000 more workers in the wind industry, aiming to grow the current workforce of 300,000 to over 450,000 in the next 8 years.
Wind turbine technicians are crucial in the wind industry today. However, as demand increases, there's a shortage of skilled technicians. At Global Wind Service (GWS), we believe it's our shared responsibility in the industry to bring in new colleagues from other industrie to grow the workforce.
One way we do this is by helping people from other industries with transferable skills, like the Military, transition into roles in the wind industry.
At Global Wind Service, we're proud to have a strong team of ex-military professionals. They bring valuable skills and experience to various roles, from technicians to back-office positions. We are highly committed to supporting ex-military personnel as they move into civilian careers. In the UK alone, over 14,000 personnel leave the military each year. That's why we take part in events and job fairs to offer guidance and help them explore new career opportunities.
#2 From the Romanian Navy to a new career in wind
Meet Razvan, a skilled wind turbine technician from the Global Wind Service Entry Program. Razvan previously served in the Romanian Navy for 7 years. During his years in the Navy, he developed important skills like precision, discipline, and dedication. Razvan's experience in the electromechanical field helped him work on complex machinery such as main engines and high compressors. All skills which turned our valuable for a new career in the wind industry.
Despite his successful career in the Navy, Razvan decided to switch to the wind industry due to his curiosity about new opportunities. He came across the Global Wind Service Entry Program and was selected for a spot which started a new chapter in his career.
After training at the Global Wind Service Academy in Poland, Razvan gained practical experience at different wind turbine sites. He was surprised to find that his military background was very beneficial in his new role.
As a wind turbine technician at GWS, Razvan appreciates the learning opportunities each day brings. Although the job is challenging, he finds it fulfilling and believes he has found his true calling.
You can read more about the Entry Program and apply here.
