Head of MetOcean: Offshore Wind Strategy & Insight

Vattenfall; Noord-Holland; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vattenfall is seeking a Head of MetOcean to lead and shape a high-performing team of MetOcean specialists. You will drive the strategic direction, ensuring the right skills and tools are in place to meet current and future offshore wind challenges.

Your role will combine people leadership with technical oversight, turning marine and weather data into practical decisions for better project outcomes. You will collaborate with colleagues across Development, Engineering, Project Delivery and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams.
• Experience translating complex meteorological data into actionable insights.
• Strong collaboration across multiple departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support a diverse team of MetOcean specialists, helping them grow and succeed.
• Create an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Define the long-term vision and capability roadmap for the MetOcean function.
• Ensure the team has the right skills, tools and resources to meet business needs.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in forecasting and modelling.
• Establish high standards for quality, governance and delivery.
• Partner with stakeholders across Offshore Development and other business areas.
• Translate complex marine and weather-related information into practical insights and recommendations.
• Support project value creation through risk reduction and improved decision-making.
• Champion digitalisation and data-driven ways of working.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Job description

Vattenfall is seeking a Head of MetOcean to lead and shape a high-performing team of MetOcean specialists. You will drive the strategic direction, ensuring the right skills and tools are in place to meet current and future offshore wind challenges.

Your role will combine people leadership with technical oversight, turning marine and weather data into practical decisions for better project outcomes. You will collaborate with colleagues across Development, Engineering, Project Delivery and