Offshore Wind Operations & Maintenance Course

This training is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of offshore wind operations and maintenance (O&M). Participants will gain in-depth insights into best practices, asset management, safety protocols, emergency response, cost optimization, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of offshore wind O&M. Through expert-led sessions and real-world case studies, attendees will develop the skills needed to enhance wind farm performance, minimize downtime, and ensure long-term sustainability in this rapidly evolving industry.

Learning Objectives

-Gain a comprehensive understanding of the offshore wind industry, key components, and the importance of effective operations and maintenance. -Learn maintenance strategies, troubleshooting methods, and safety standards (such as GWO compliance) to enhance operational efficiency. -Explore data collection, analysis, and performance assessment techniques to optimize O&M strategies. -Understand emergency response planning, incident management, and root cause analysis to handle offshore wind emergencies effectively. -Learn cost-control strategies, budget allocation techniques, and cost-benefit analysis for efficient offshore maintenance. -Stay updated on innovations like AI-driven predictive maintenance, robotics, and automation, as well as sustainability practices for long-term offshore wind growth

Instructor: Cristina Fernandez Alonso

Product Service Engineer, GE Vernova Cristina Fernández Alonso is a Product Service Engineer at GE Vernova, specializing in Offshore Wind Operation & Maintenance (O&M). With over 11 years of experience in the energy sector, she has developed deep expertise in wind turbine reliability, blade performance, and fleet support. Cristina began her career as a consultant in the oil and gas industry in Lyon, France, before joining GE Power’s Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP). She then transitioned to GE Renewable Energy, where she has spent nearly eight years in various roles, including Fleet Performance Engineer and Product Service Engineer – Blades. In her current role, she leads root cause analyses (RCA) for complex technical issues affecting offshore wind turbine operations, supports field technicians and service teams worldwide, and contributes to new blade product introductions to enhance fleet reliability and performance

Instructor: Florian Büter

Head of Owner Management GOW01/GOW02 Florian Büter is Head of Owner Management for the German offshore wind farms Gode Wind 1 & 2 and one of the Managing Directors of these assets. He has more than 16 years of experience in the renewable energy industry with focus on Asset Management and Quality Management. Florian started his career with a dual study program at GE Wind Energy, then worked for a Swiss utility and started his master’s studies in parallel. During his second tenure in GE, he worked as Quality Manager in the onshore and offshore business. Florian joined Ørsted in 2019 as Commercial Manager, and in the following years held various positions in the Commercial Team before moving to his current role, where he leads a team of Commercial Managers and is responsible for a number of projects across the German portfolio.

Instructor: Alexander Kulesh

Offshore Wind Portfolio Asset Manager, Ørsted Alexander Kulesh is a seasoned wind energy professional with over a decade of experience in the renewable energy sector. His experience spans roles within Operations and Asset Management across onshore and offshore wind in Europe and the US. Passionate about the transition to a low-carbon future, he is a frequent collaborator on industry initiatives and a dedicated advocate for clean energy advancement.

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Gain immediate, flexible access to critical training from our network of subject matter experts. Their expertise, industry experience, and unique insights paired with the ability to learn at your own pace make these sessions exceptionally valuable. These courses contain unique, real-world insights that have been previously delivered live to industry leaders. This format delivers full instructional content and slide materials. It does not include instructor Q&A, networking access, or the official OWA Certificate. This focused access allows access to this high-value information at a fraction of the Live Course investment.

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