Wind Farm Operations Lead: Safety, Budget & Team Growth

Vestas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits: dental and vision

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Training program

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Wind Farm Operations Manager to lead a service site in Texas, overseeing safe, efficient operations and customer satisfaction. You will mentor a team to uphold our safety culture, drive operational performance, and manage budgets and contracts.

This on-site role requires travel to turbines, strong English communication, and a technical mindset. Join a global leader in wind energy dedicated to a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of management experience in a related service field.
• Willingness to travel to various turbine sites as needed.
• Technical background beneficial, with knowledge of hydraulic or rotating heavy equipment.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a safety-first site culture and drive continuous safety improvements.
• Develop and empower your team to efficiently operate and maintain wind turbine plants.
• Establish robust partnerships with clients to fulfill contractual commitments.
• Manage costs to meet service contract budgets and financial targets.
• Coordinate planned maintenance and diagnostic efforts to improve turbine performance.
• Oversee budgeting and project management activities with a focus on efficiency.
• Coach and motivate teams to achieve performance goals.
• Negotiate agreements and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Operations management

Budget awareness

Job description

Vestas is seeking a Wind Farm Operations Manager to lead a service site in Texas, overseeing safe, efficient operations and customer satisfaction. You will mentor a team to uphold our safety culture, drive operational performance, and manage budgets and contracts.

This on-site role requires travel to turbines, strong English communication, and a technical mindset. Join a global leader in wind energy dedicated to a sustainable future.