Maintenance Technician Coordinator

Vestas; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Company pension

Private healthcare

Job summary

Vestas Celtic Wind Technology, based in Seaham, UK, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled team maintaining, repairing, and calibrating wind-turbine tools and equipment. You will drive safety, efficiency, and service quality across UK & Ireland operations.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, supervising technicians, and ensuring compliance with procedures, health and safety standards. The role offers career development within a global renewable leader.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Maintenance, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience in maintenance, workshop, service, manufacturing, or engineering environments.
• Experience coordinating teams or supervising technicians.
• Strong maintenance planning, workload prioritisation, and resource management.
• Proficient in SAP or other maintenance software.
• Ability to read technical docs and drawings.
• Commitment to health, safety, environment and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise maintenance team's daily activities safely and efficiently.
• Lead and develop technicians with technical guidance and training.
• Monitor workloads and service delivery to meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as key liaison with stakeholders and communicate progress.
• Drive safety, continuous improvement, and best practices.
• Manage maintenance records, inventory, and departmental projects.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Safety culture

Maintenance planning

Resource management

SAP / CMMS

Education

Engineering qualification (Mechanical / Electrical / Maintenance)

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

Do you have a background as a Maintenance Supervisor? Then Vestas has an opportunity for you!

Vestas Celtic Wind Technology > Global Service Operations > Tools Maintenance – UK & Ireland

Based in Seaham, our Maintenance Department supports the construction and servicing of wind turbines by maintaining, repairing, and calibrating specialist tools and equipment. We are committed to providing a reliable, high-quality service that keeps critical tooling safe, compliant, and available when it's needed most.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Coordinate and prioritise the maintenance team's daily activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with operational requirements
• Lead, support, and develop technicians by providing technical guidance, task coordination, training, and performance development
• Monitor workloads, resources, and service delivery to achieve operational objectives and maintain high service standards
• Ensure all maintenance, repair, calibration, and inspection activities comply with company procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders, communicating work progress, priorities, and service performance while fostering a customer-focused culture
• Drive safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence by supporting investigations, implementing corrective actions, and introducing best practices
• Manage maintenance records, equipment and tooling availability, inventory control, recruitment, and departmental projects to maximise operational readiness and team effectiveness

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Maintenance, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent
• Demonstrate proven experience working within maintenance, workshop, service, manufacturing, or engineering environments
• Possess previous experience coordinating teams, supervising technicians, or leading day-to-day operational activities
• Have a strong understanding of maintenance planning, workload prioritisation, and effective resource management
• Be proficient in using maintenance management systems, SAP, or other operational software to support service delivery
• Be able to interpret technical documentation, engineering drawings, and operational procedures accurately and effectively
• Show a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental, and quality standards, promoting compliance and continuous improvement

We expect that you:

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence
• Able to make decisions confidently and take ownership of outcomes
• Positive role model who promotes collaboration, accountability, and a strong safety culture

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary, annual bonus scheme, company pension, and private healthcare, alongside a varied and rewarding role with real responsibility and ownership. You'll have the opportunity to lead and develop a skilled team of technicians while benefiting from ongoing training, professional development, and exposure to a wide range of specialist tools, equipment, and maintenance technologies. Working in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement, you'll also enjoy excellent career development opportunities within a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, with a strong focus on health, safety, quality, and employee wellbeing. Most importantly, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of clean, sustainable power generation and making a meaningful impact in the renewable energy sector.

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.

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 200 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 39,000 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 and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.