u/CoatFar8770

Hey everyone. I'm based in Victoria and looking to break into the wind industry. I have a Mechanical Engineering degree and 11 months of CNC machining/precision mechanical experience, but zero industry connections.
I'm debating spending the $2k+ to get my GWO BST (Working at Heights, First Aid, etc.) out of my own pocket.

1. For those at places like Australian Wind Services, Direct Wind Service, or PWS, do you actually hire people with a mechanical trade/degree background if they have the GWO but no turbine experience?
2. Or is it better to wait and try to find a company that will pay for the certs upfront?
3. Does having a MechEng degree make me a "flight risk" in the eyes of service providers, or does it give me an edge for troubleshooting roles?

Just trying to see if this investment is a smart "door opener" or if I'm wasting money without a referral first.