Shift Lead Offshore (f/m/d) - HKW VI, IJmuiden

Vestas; IJmuiden; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great colleagues

Development opportunities

Safe work environment

Contribute to renewables

Attractive salary and benefits

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Shift Manager to lead offshore operations from our service vessel for the Hollandse Kust West VII windfarm. You will manage day‑to‑day operations, safety, production performance and crew leadership on a rotational schedule from a dedicated offshore vessel.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you will drive continuous improvement, coordinate maintenance campaigns, and ensure a strong safety culture while collaborating with international teams in a demanding offshore environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years leadership and management experience in offshore environments.
• Background in electrical or mechanical systems.
• Willingness to travel to suit business needs.
• Full valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee offshore operations, production planning and maintenance.
• Line management and development of SOV crew.
• Daily/weekly/monthly performance reporting.
• Coordinate safety culture, audits and toolbox talks.
• Plan upgrades and contingencies for vessel operations.
• Oversee subcontractors aboard the vessel.

Skills

Leadership

Offshore experience

Safety culture

English proficiency

Problem solving

Driver's license

Tools

SAP

Dynamics

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Vestas is the largest renewable energy solutions provider in the World. Vestas NCE is responsible for sales, construction, and servicing of wind projects in Benelux and other European Markets. Service Sales works with multiple functions in an international environment to deliver on Vestas "profitable growth" strategy.

Region NCE > Global Offshore > HKW VII - Oranjewind

Purpose and reason for the existence of the job

Do you have experience servicing and maintaining mechanical or electrical systems? Do you have experience in power generation and delivering renewable energy? Would you like an opportunity to apply your skills and qualifications in a prominent company in the industry? Reporting to the Service Manager, you will join our Service team for the Hollandse Kust West VII windfarm Serviced from Den Helder. Based offshore on one of our service operation vessels (SOV), the Shift Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the windfarm from the vessel on a rotational basis. Encompassing HSE, production performance, operations, maintenance, and team, development.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for all offshore operations, Production planning and performance, Planning and execution of servicing and maintenance plans
• Employee line management and development, Maintaining code of conduct, discipline, and culture on the SOV
• Daily, Weekly, and monthly performance reporting
• Facilitate SOV technical focus, team meetings, and strategy deployment, SOV crew interface management
• Contingency planning for vessel operations, Windfarm downtime management and control
• Promote and encourage a positive safety culture, Turbine inspections, safety walks, and auditing
• Continuous Improvement focus with first time fix and service duration
• Participate in morning briefings and toolbox talks, Planning and coordination of upgrade campaigns
• Operational point of escalation for offshore or vessel related issues
• Oversee management of sub-contractors onboard vessel

Qualifications

• Our new colleague is committed to continuous improvement and able to maintain a professional demeanor during challenging times. You are safety focused, punctual and consistent, taking responsibility for both your own and the actions of others around you.
• 3 years Leadership & Management experience with a background of professional experience with electrical or mechanical systems, having worked in the offshore industry. A willingness to travel when required to suit business needs and a commitment to manage a large offshore service operation.
• Equally important is to be mature, consistent, and efficient, with an ability to handle unexpected challenges professionally. We expect you to have good problem-solving skills and an ability to positively seek help.
• Full driver's license

Competencies

• Good English skills both oral and in written
• IT skills: SAP, Dynamics, Oracle, Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strategic decision maker, Safety focused with quality in mind
• A leader who supports colleagues through effective line management
• Inspired and motivated to fulfill responsibilities
• Strategic thinker who plans for improved future quality
• Committed to renewables and effecting positive change

What We Offer

Join us if you would like to work in an international and motivated company where we work collaboratively every day to remain an innovative company in the renewables sector. You will be part of a skilled team in an organization characterized by being motivated, innovative, and professional. A team that operates and supports multiple windfarms and their daily operational needs.

In Service, we offer you:

• Great colleagues that support each other and work together
• Valuable opportunities for professional and personal development
• The opportunity to engage in & contribute to a safe work environment
• The ability to contribute to the renewable energy sector
• An attractive salary and benefits package is included working in an 14 / 14 rotation schedule staying offshore onboard our purpose build SOV vessel.

Additional Information

Only candidates living already in the Netherlands or wiling to relocate to the Netherlands will be shortlisted. Drop off location will be Den Helder.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

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 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.