Offshore Operations Supervisor

Vestas; Montrose; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Offshore rotation 2 weeks on / 2 weeks

Job summary

Vestas in Montrose (Inch Cape offshore wind farm) seeks an experienced offshore service professional to coordinate maintenance tasks, lead technicians and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role is based from the Port in Montrose, supporting 72 x V236 15MW turbines and offshore assignments with a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation.

You will work within the Service department to ensure efficient operations, scheduling, and collaboration with customers and internal teams in a challenging

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical degree or apprenticeship completed.
• Offshore experience (electrical or mechanical).
• High voltage knowledge and switching experience if possible.
• Strong planning and coordination skills; able to lead.
• Good English, written and spoken; proficiency with MS Office, Excel and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and safety standards.
• Ensure technician readiness with tools, parts, documentation and permits.
• Manage permit-to-work processes and service orders; approve time registrations.
• Coordinate and execute planned offshore service and maintenance activities.
• Adjust daily work plans based on weather and turbine availability.
• Lead and support a team of technicians and subcontractors.
• Maintain operational performance and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Coordination

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Electrical or Mechanical degree / apprenticeship

Tools

MS Office

Excel

SAP

Job description

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

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Region NCE and Global Offshore > Global Offshore > Inch Cape

At almost 1.1 gigawatts, Inch Cape is one of Scotland's largest Offshore Wind Farms approximately 15km off the coast of Angus in the North Sea firth. Based from the Port in Montrose, Scotland you will be working in the Service department for Vestas who are the OEM and responsible for the maintenance and repair of 72 x V236 15MW offshore wind turbines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all HSE requirements and Vestas safety standards
• Ensure technician readiness and have the required tools, parts, documentation, and permits to complete assigned tasks
• Manage permit-to-work processes, transfer plans, and approval of service orders and time registrations
• Coordinate and execute planned offshore service and maintenance activities
• Adjust daily work plans based on operational needs, weather conditions, and turbine availability
• Lead and support a team of technicians and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Ensure to maintain excellent operational performance and elevate issues to the Shift Lead if required

Qualifications

• An Electrical or Mechanical degree or completed an apprenticeship
• Professional offshore experience (electrical or mechanical) High voltage knowledge and switching experience if possible.
• Experience in planning and execution
• Experience with leading and maintaining general safety and safety awareness
• Good English skills both oral and written
• Knowledge of MS Office, excel and SAP
• Full driver's license
• Strong planning and coordination skills to manage daily operations, work schedules, permits, and technician hours
• Ability to perform operational administration, including service order confirmations and workforce planning
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams
• Strong leadership skills and a positive influence on safety, quality, team performance, safety, and engagement
• Flexible and adaptable, able to manage changing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Problem-solving mindset with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Quality-focused professional with technical knowledge of offshore operations and wind farm platforms

What we offer

We offer a challenging job, a professional learning environment and opportunities for career development at a growing wind turbine manufacturer. You will become part of a highly professional culturally diverse team in a constantly growing industry.

Additional information

You will be working on offshore assignments 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off.

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.