Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Manager

Vestas Wind Systems A/S; Nakskov; Remote; DKK 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas in Nakskov is seeking a Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance organization for a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will drive maintenance performance, develop capabilities, and support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People objectives.

You will report to the Head of Production Engineering and lead ~2 Supervisors and ~40 Technicians, collaborating with Production, Quality, HSE, Logistics and Operational Excellence to optimize availability and drive

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, automation, maintenance, Marine Engineering or related field.
• Proven leadership experience in industrial/manufacturing settings with large technical teams.
• Experience in maintenance operations, with KPIs like MTBF, MTTR and OEE.
• Experience with CMMS, maintenance planning and performance management.
• Experience managing contractors and external service providers.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Fluent in Danish and English

Responsibilities

• Lead the factory's maintenance organization with 2 Supervisors and ~40 Technicians.
• Improve equipment availability and stability through preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ensure accuracy of maintenance planning, documentation and CMMS data.
• Manage external contractors while upholding safety, quality and performance standards.
• Drive performance via KPIs, cost control and clear prioritization.
• Lead continuous improvement for equipment performance and process efficiency.
• Promote a robust safety culture with HSE compliance and permit-to-work.

Skills

Leadership experience

CMMS experience

Lean Manufacturing

Data-driven decisions

Education

Mechanical / Electrical / Automation / Maintenance or Marine Engineering degree

Job description

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Manager

Jobtype Fuldtid

Are you ready to make a difference?

We are looking for a Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Manager to manage our maintenance organization in Nakskov and ensure safe, stable, and efficient operations across a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

As part of the Production Engineering department, you will be responsible for improving maintenance performance, developing technical capabilities, and supporting the factory's Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives. Reporting to the Head of Production Engineering, you will lead an organization consisting of 2 Maintenance Supervisors and approximately 40 Maintenance Technicians.

Working closely with Production, Quality, HSE, Logistics, and Operational Excellence, you will play a key role in ensuring high equipment availability while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

As Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Manage and develop the factory’s maintenance organization, including 2 Maintenance Supervisors and approximately 40 Maintenance Technicians
• Improve equipment availability and operational stability through effective preventive and corrective maintenance practices
• Ensure maintenance planning, documentation, and CMMS data are accurate, structured, and aligned with operational needs
• Manage external contractors and facility service providers while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards
• Improve performance by managing KPIs, controlling costs, and setting clear priorities for resources and activities
• Oversee continuous improvement activities focused on improving equipment performance, efficiency, and process optimization
• Promote a robust safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE standards, permit-to-work systems, LOTO procedures, and site requirements

Qualifications

To be effective in this role, we imagine that you have:

• A degree within mechanical, electrical, automation, maintenance, Marine Engineering (Preferred), or a related discipline
• Demonstrated leadership experience from an industrial or manufacturing environment, including responsibility for larger technical teams
• Experience within maintenance operations, including preventive and corrective maintenance methodologies and KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, OEE and spare parts availability)
• Experience working with CMMS systems, maintenance planning, and performance management
• Experience managing contractors and external service providers
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, and continuous improvement principles
• Professional proficiency in both Danish and English

We are looking for a leader who:

• Creates engagement, accountability, and team performance
• Balances direct technical involvement with a strategic perspective
• Makes sound decisions based on data and operational priorities
• Develops collaborative relationships throughout the organization
• Communicates clearly and effectively with both shop floor and management stakeholders
• Maintains a clear focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

At Vestas, you will join a global company with a clear purpose: powering the solution for a more sustainable future.

This role offers the chance to guide a large organization and enhance factory performance while collaborating with skilled colleagues in a supportive and forward-looking workplace.

Additional Information

Working time: Full onsite position with standard office hours. As the factory operates 24/7, occasional support outside normal working hours may be required.