Appointed Person / Lifting Engineer

Vestas; Stallingborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK seeks an Appointed Person for Lifting Operations to manage complex lifting activities across offshore installations. You will ensure compliance with QHSE standards, prepare detailed lifting plans, and work closely with project teams. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in lifting operations, possess relevant certifications, and excel in team collaboration and communication. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a growing industry.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in lifting operations with 2+ years in back-office planning.
• Lifting engineering background with compliance expertise.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement Safe Systems of Work.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifting operations across offshore installations in Northern and Central Europe.
• Prepare lifting plans and ensure compliance with QHSE standards.
• Coordinate with project teams and assess staff competencies.

Skills

Lifting operations experience

Compliance knowledge

Risk assessment skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

IOSH Leading Safely or NEBOSH certificate

CPCS Blue Card (Appointed Person)

Level 5 NVQ for Lifting

Tools

AutoCAD (2D/3D)

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Join Vestas as an Appointed Person for Lifting Operations and play a key role in managing complex lifting activities across offshore installations in Northern and Central Europe. You’ll ensure safe and efficient lifting operations, prepare detailed plans, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to maintain compliance with industry standards and QHSE requirements.

Region & Department

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Offshore Installation Project Management. The NCE Installation Management consists of the Installation Project Managers and the Appointed Persons for Lifting operations. The department is responsible for ensuring a high‑quality customer experience when completing projects for our customers, ensuring an efficient and safe execution of our Offshore Projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and manage all lifting plans / operations across offshore installations in Vestas North and Central Europe.
• Act as the nominated Appointed Person (AP) and subject matter expert for complex lifting duties, ensuring compliance with local.
• Administer and implement the Safe System of Work (SSoW) for lifting operations, including monitoring and updates.
• Prepare lifting plans, rigging drawings, and maintain overall control and responsibility for lifting activities.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, engineering, and other stakeholders; represent Vestas in meetings.
• Assess staff competencies, provide inductions, and clarify legislation, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Ensure all lifting operations meet Vestas QHSE standards and systematically resolve cross‑functional issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in lifting operations and 2+ years in back‑office planning lifting activities (creating, technical aiding, calculating).
• Lifting engineering background.
• Certified with IOSH Leading Safely or NEBOSH, CPCS Blue Card (Appointed Person), and ideally Level 5 NVQ for Lifting.
• Knowledge of DNVGL‑ST‑N001, LOLER, BS7121 Safe Use of Cranes, and local legislation/regulations for lifting duties.
• Ability to implement Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and conduct risk assessments and rigging calculations.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D/3D), plus solid IT proficiency (MS Office and AX).
• Understanding of inspection, maintenance, and certification requirements for lifting equipment and accessories.
• Familiar with industrial standards, markings, certificates, and thorough examination reports for lifting accessories.

Competencies

• Solid awareness of Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Quality (QA/QC) standards.
• Motivated, forward‑thinking, and solution‑oriented with proficient analytical skills.
• High‑level collaboration with team members, proficient communication skills, and fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to deliver training sessions in classroom or group settings.
• Customer‑focused, results‑driven, and skilled in process understanding and delegation.
• Effective office and site management by meeting specific local needs.
• Demonstrates leadership with a focus on continuous improvement and problem‑solving.

What we offer

We offer a diverse job, an extensive learning environment and opportunities for career development at an established wind turbine manufacturer. You will become part of a highly professional culturally diverse team in a constantly growing industry. We value initiative, engagement, and the balance between creativity and quality in all solutions, and this is your chance to make your mark on our service strategy. You’ll become a contributor to a team revered for its commitment, situated in a workplace that highly values technical skills.

Additional information

Primary work location: Aarhus, DK or Warrington, UK.
Expected travel for this role: up to 60 days per year.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw our jobs at any time. Your CV and/or cover letter should be in English.
You can apply online by 28/02/2026 by clicking on the "Apply Online" button at the top or bottom of this page.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.