Renewable Energy Equipment Handler

Location: Italy

Salary: €2,850-3,135/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 3

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

Unload and safely position wind turbine tower sections and nacelles. Prepare components for crane lifts by attaching certified rigging. Torque blade bolt connections to specified values with torque wrench. Record serial numbers and assembly data in site quality log. Follow wind-farm site safety plan and exclusion zone rules.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 06:00–13:30 · 37 hrs/wk.
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in Italy
Italy has steady demand in food processing, dairy, meat-packing, hospitality and agriculture — sectors that hire year-round under the Decreto Flussi quota system. A Nulla Osta work authorisation is followed by a work visa; total time is typically 8 to 16 weeks depending on the consulate. Living costs vary widely — northern Italy (Milan, Bologna) is more expensive than the south, but most factory contracts include accommodation. Italy has Europe's second-largest South Asian community after the UK, with established networks in Lombardy, Veneto and Lazio.

What this role looks like day-to-day
Renewable-energy field work involves transporting equipment, assisting with foundation or panel installation, and following strict working-at-height or maritime protocols depending on site type. Days are physical and outdoor; mornings are early. This role suits workers with good general fitness, no fear of heights or open water (depending on site), and the discipline to follow safety procedures every single time.

Who fits and how to apply
26 positions are open on this contract, with a 1 year renewable agreement and pay between €2,850-3,135/month. Workers without prior factory experience are welcome — onboarding covers the equipment, safety rules, and shift rhythm. Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site on the language side. Contract benefits include accommodation, meals, employer-provided accommodation, work permit and visa support. CHI Recruiting handles document preparation, employer match, work permit and visa filing — full paid recruitment service with transparent pricing disclosed before you commit.

Job reference: CHI-CAB52A5B.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for Italy?

Processing typically runs 8-16 weeks once your documents are in order (passport, education attestation, police clearance, medical fitness). CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side application; the worker pays government fees (medical, embassy, document chain) which are disclosed transparently up front.

What language level is needed at the plant?

For this specific role: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Most multinational plants run in English on the floor with simplified communication and pictogram safety signs. Free or subsidised on-site language classes are common after month 1.

What about the climate and lifestyle in Italy?

Mediterranean to alpine depending on region. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. Italy has growing migrant-worker communities, especially in industrial cities. Free time activities, religious facilities, halal/vegetarian food access — these vary by city and CHI Recruiting briefs every worker pre-departure.

Do I need previous experience for this Renewable Energy Equipment Handler?

No prior experience is required for this position. Paid on-the-job training runs through your first 2-4 weeks at the plant, after which you operate independently with periodic supervision. Workers from any blue-collar background adapt smoothly.

What is included in the contract for this Renewable Energy Equipment Handler?

Salary is €2,850-3,135/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 26 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

Is height work or offshore work required?

Wind sites: yes, working at height, with mandatory IRATA/GWO-style safety training (paid). Solar parks: ground-level installation, no height requirement. Offshore: maritime safety certification required, paid.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/renewable-energy-equipment-handler-italy-cab52a5b