Skillnet Ireland, in partnership with Wind Energy Ireland, have launched a new national initiative, Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy.
The Initiative will support professionals through a career-switching model, which aims to rapidly create a pipeline of skilled workers for businesses operating in offshore wind services.
The Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy will focus on mid-career professionals interested in a career within the industry.
Announcing the launch of Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Patrick O’Donovan TD, said: “It is a key priority for my Department to ensure that we have a talent pool ready and able to meet the requirements of developing our offshore wind resources.
“The importance of renewable energy for Ireland cannot be understated, as well as contributing to our energy security and lower carbon emissions, it will also create new jobs and produce cost savings for consumers.
“Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy will play a crucial …