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Description
The project "Young staff for offshore wind energy" is a response to the challenges indicated in the document "Poland''s Energy Policy until 2040". The aim of the project is to 1) develop and update the education and training offer of vocational education and training institutions 2) train approximately 100 career advisors to disseminate information on employment opportunities in the offshore market 3) prepare young people to enter the labour market to the newly emerging offshore wind energy sector. The project will be attended by management staff of at least 25 people, other employees (PWK OHP career advisers and teachers) of at least 150 people, and 40 learners (215 people in total). The scale of planned investments requires the preparation of appropriate staff, which is emphasized by the so-called offshore . Estimates indicate that investments in the first phase, i.e., by 2033, should contribute to the creation of approximately 30,000-40,000 jobs. Therefore, systems for improving competences and qualifications are essential. The most important challenges for Poland in this area are better adjustment of education and training systems to the needs of offshore wind energy. PWK OHP pointed to the need to verify and improve the competences of career counsellors in the field of offshore and to prepare information materials necessary for dissemination among young people. Moreover, it was emphasized that it is necessary to create a platform for cooperation between training and educational institutions, and employers as well as young people making decisions about the choice of profession. The second partner, the Polish Maritime Wind Energy Society, represents the employers'' side of the offshore sector, has an extensive network of contacts and a recognised position among entities important for the development of the offshore sector.
Summary of project results
he transformation towards a green economy in Poland requires the alignment of education with the offshore sector.By 2033, there are plans to create30-40thousand jobs.It is crucial to work towards better aligning education systems with offshore needs, as indicated in the Integrated Skills Strategy 2030.Collaboration between edu.inst. and employers is key.The project implemented a series of actions aimed at supporting career advisors, teachers, youth, and all those interested in the sector.A database was created containing tools used by advisors,which facilitated the identification and improvement of these tools.
The development and refinement of existing materials allowed advisors better integration with working methods.Additionally, educational materials were prepared that increased the advisors'' effectiveness in identifying professional predispositions. A report for vocational and technical schools highlights the potential for career planning in wind energy.A report was also prepared analyzing the possibilities for employer support in eliminating identified structural mismatches.Good practices in training for Offshore Wind Energy (OWE) from other countries, which rely significantly on renewable energy in their energy mix, were also highlighted.
The project demonstrated that the OWE sector offers an attractive career path.Engaging young people in shaping Poland''s energy future not only enhances their personal job market chances but also contributes to the country''s development. Students of secondary schools and wards of the OHP had the opportunity for direct contact with offshore sector professionals,which allowed them to better understand employer expectations and development directions in this sector.The participation of business representatives and various employers enabled a better understanding of current job market requirements, which translates into more targeted and effective career advice.Advisors could also directly draw from the experiences of employers.This direct engagement can significantly contribute to their future educational and vocational decisions.Teachers can benefit from newly developed materials and methodologies.Through cooperation and knowledge exchange between career advisors and sector representatives, advising has become more accurate and effective.The impact of the project extends beyond immediate benefits for the participants and also includes broader, strategic goals related to the energy transformation of Poland and the EU.