Power Your Team with Real-World HV Training at Europe’s largest simulation Hub

03 November 2025

As Ireland accelerates its offshore wind ambitions, the demand for skilled professionals in high voltage (HV) systems is surging. The Offshore High Voltage Power Systems micro-credential, developed by Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy, offers companies a strategic opportunity to upskill their workforce with safety-critical and technically advanced training tailored for the offshore renewable energy sector.

This course is designed for electricians, electrical engineers, marine electrical officers, and offshore renewable energy (ORE) professionals transitioning into offshore HV roles. It’s also ideal for companies seeking to build internal capacity for offshore wind farm development - whether you're preparing for grid connection, managing HV substations, or ensuring compliance with safety legislation.

Train Where Innovation Meets Reality

Learners on this micro-credential benefit from NMCI’s world-class simulation facilities, including 360° full-mission bridge simulators, auxiliary bridge simulators, and advanced electrical labs. These simulators replicate real-world offshore environments, allowing participants to perform high voltage switching, fault diagnostics, and relay protection testing in a safe, controlled setting. NMCI’s investment in cutting-edge Kongsberg simulation technology ensures that trainees gain hands-on experience that mirrors the complexity and precision of offshore HV systems. For companies, this means your team won’t just learn theory—they’ll practice real operations before ever stepping offshore.

Delivered through a blend of online and hands-on lab sessions, the course equips learners with:

• Real-world HV operations using simulators and equipment
• Safety legislation mastery, including RAMS and SHAWW
• Fault management and relay protection troubleshooting
• Digital substation awareness and emergency response protocols

 The curriculum is structured into two focused 5 ECTS modules:

• Module 1: High Voltage Operations – covering switching, relay protection, energisation, and test equipment use.
• Module 2: Safe Management of HV Systems – addressing offshore planning, human factors, and legislative frameworks.

Participants commit to 4 hours of online learning per week, complemented by four full-day lab sessions in Cork for immersive, practical experience. Entry is open to those with an NFQ Level 6 qualification in a related discipline or equivalent industry experience, with Recognition of Prior Learning available.

 Secure course spaces today and power up your offshore potential.

For companies, this micro-credential is more than a training course- it’s a workforce investment. By enrolling your team, you’re not only enhancing technical competence but also ensuring safer, more efficient offshore operations. With Ireland’s offshore wind sector poised for exponential growth, now is the time to build the high voltage expertise your projects will demand.

 Subsidised training for private sector employers

With Skillnet Ireland funding available, this course is available at a significantly reduced cost for eligible private sector employees of €1,000. It’s a smart investment in your team’s capabilities and in Ireland’s clean energy future. For those not eligible, the course price is €2,000.

Register here!