The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) is a non-profit body established by leading wind turbine manufacturers and operators to ensure a safe work environment in the wind energy industry. GWO creates international safety and technical training standards for personnel working on wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Anyone entering a wind farm site—technician, inspector, or contractor—must often hold valid GWO certificates to prove they meet essential safety and technical training requirements.
Most wind energy roles require the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST), which includes five critical modules:
In addition, GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT) covers mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, while GWO Blade Repair and GWO Advanced Rescue Training (ART) are required for more specialized roles.
Wind turbine environments are high-risk and often remote. GWO certification ensures every technician on-site has:
A shared understanding of safety standards
Basic emergency and rescue knowledge
Consistent, globally recognized qualifications
Compliance with wind farm operator requirements (e.g., Siemens, Vestas, GE)
For companies like Gridinta, having a GWO-certified team is not just a plus—it’s often a non-negotiable for participating in tenders and international projects.
Onshore technicians typically need GWO BST + BTT, while offshore personnel must also pass Sea Survival and often hold BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) for oil & gas platforms.
Roles like blade repair, welding at height, and team leadership require even more specialized GWO modules and client-specific add-ons.
In the growing wind industry, GWO certification unlocks access to high-paying, in-demand roles. With wind farms multiplying across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, certified professionals can find work on:
Offshore and onshore wind farms
Blade inspection and repair projects
Construction and commissioning teams
Maintenance, welding, and coating operations
While GWO focuses on wind industry safety and technical standards, IRATA governs rope access techniques used across many industries, including wind.
Technicians aiming to work at height in wind energy often need both certifications:
GWO for safety and turbine-specific skills, and IRATA for vertical access and complex maneuvers.
At Gridinta, we invest in training and certifying our rope access professionals to meet the highest international standards. Our teams:
Hold valid GWO BST, BTT, and advanced certifications
Undergo regular re-training and competency checks
Are ready to work on both onshore and offshore projects across Europe and beyond
We meet client-specific requirements from Siemens Gamesa, GE, Nordex, and others—ensuring you get skilled, compliant professionals every time.
If you’re planning a career in wind energy, GWO certification is your ticket in. And if you’re already certified, Gridinta is always looking for experienced, safety-focused technicians to join our expanding projects.
Whether you’re hiring a GWO-certified team or ready to join one, Gridinta is here to help you elevate your projects—and your career.
