Shift supervisor (all genders)

Deutsche Windtechnik Offshore und Consulting; Bremen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading offshore wind energy company in Bremen is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead a team of technicians in the maintenance and optimization of Vestas V80 turbines. This role entails ensuring operational efficiency, managing workforce deployment, and providing hands-on support during complex troubleshooting. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership skills, offshore wind turbine experience, and necessary certifications. This position offers competitive benefits including a generous pension scheme and annual leave.

Leistungen

30 days of annual leave

20% employer contribution to pension scheme

Special insurance rates

Access to corporate fitness program

Christmas bonus after 12 months

Qualifikationen

• In-depth knowledge of Vestas V80 turbines.
• Experience as a service technician preferably on Vestas V80 turbines.
• Valid GWO certificates and a medical clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Aufgaben

• Ensure service technicians' work efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage and approve deployment of work teams and equipment.
• Create work orders and issue work permits for safety.

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

Problem-solving mindset

Teamwork

Proficiency in Dutch and English

MS Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Valid NEN 3140 and NEN 3840 certifications

Valid Class B driver's license

VCA-VOL certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Jobbeschreibung

We are 2300 highly trained and motivated professionals with energy and efficiency. Our specialties are the maintenance repair optimization and inspection of wind turbines. Whatever the challenge we have the right solution and work with determination to unlock the full potential of 7600 wind farm projects worldwide and to advance the energy transition every single day.

Are you a senior technician with in-depth knowledge of Vestas V80 turbines? Do you enjoy sharing your expertise with junior technicians and are ready to take the next step in your career? Then the role of Shift Supervisor could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Shift Supervisor you ensure that our service technicians can carry out their work as efficiently and effectively as possible. You are the first point of contact when troubleshooting becomes complex and provide hands‑on support whenever short: you make sure your team of 6 to 12 technicians starts each shift well‑prepared, safe and aligned.

You will work in the same two‑weeks‑on two‑weeks‑off rotation as the technicians with 12‑hour shifts. On average you will join the offshore team two days per week to support and supervise activities on‑site.

• You enjoy working in a close-knit team and feel confident taking the lead.
• Proven leadership experience in offshore wind turbine operations.
• Multiple years of hands‑on experience as a service technician preferably on Vestas V80 turbines.
• Valid NEN 3140 and NEN 3840 certifications.
• Preferably in possession of valid GWO certificates and a medical clearance (or willing to obtain them quickly).
• In possession of a VCA-VOL certificate (or willing to obtain one).
• Valid Class B drivers license.
• Good command of both Dutch and English spoken and written.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word Excel Outlook etc.).
• A problem‑solving mindset with experience managing complex tasks in challenging offshore environments.
• Develop annual operational plans and shift schedules in close collaboration with the client.
• Manage and approve the final deployment of work teams and equipment for offshore operations including leading daily toolbox meetings.
• Create work orders and issue work permits to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Take full accountability for the overall quality of offshore work ensuring alignment with safety and performance standards.
• Maintain close cooperation with the customer exceeding expectations by delivering efficient high‑quality and timely services across all offshore activities.
• Mentor guide and support your team to improve skills productivity and collaboration.
• Monitor track and report both scheduled and unscheduled work progress to the client.
• Participate in offshore operations to verify quality and efficiency and support troubleshooting or other operational challenges.
• You’ll work 38.5 hours per week and enjoy 30 days of annual leave giving you plenty of time for your personal life.
• To help you plan confidently for the future we also support your company pension scheme with a 20% employer contribution.
• Whether its plant or electrical engineering mechanics or hydraulics we offer you regular hands‑on training sessions under real‑life conditions.
• We’ve negotiated special insurance rates for our Windtastics (that’s what we call our team!) for example on accident insurance.
• Swimming bouldering dancing with our corporate fitness program you can train at over 1000 gyms and sports facilities across Germany at a reduced rate.
• After 12 months with the company you’ll receive Christmas bonus pay on top of your salary as a reward for your loyalty and the longer you’re with us the more it grows.

Surrounded by wind and water while you work does that sound appealing to you?

Then join our Team!

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