Area Service Manager (f/m/d) - IJmuiden

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 > SBU NCE Service > Service Offshore NCE

Purpose and reason for the existence of the job

The Vestas Offshore Service department is responsible for operations and maintenance of the wind turbines in multiple windfarms in the North Sea within the Netherlands and Belgium. The department has an open and informal culture, where teamwork and good communication lead to effective results. You will have the opportunity to work in an exciting industry and in a team of highly motivated employees.

Responsibilities:

• As Area Service Manager, you will be working at site and reporting to the Service Director
• Guiding the site teams to ensure that they deliver optimized operation of Customer assets, encompassing Quality, HSE, production performance, asset security, operations and maintenance activities and employee development
• Manage service contract budgets and costs effectively, reaching specific targets and metrics.
• Establish meaningful connections with clients to meet contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Solid professional background with sales and project management experience in wind energy, power plants, infrastructure, or construction, including involvement in large, complex projects with an advanced understanding of commercial and contractual implications
• Proficient in engaging with stakeholders across different tiers, paired with capable leadership to inspire and coordinate teams toward desired results.
• Ability to present information professionally and persuasively to ensure clarity and buy-in while effectively analyzing and connecting insights to support informed decision-making
• Innovative and forward-thinking, so critical situations are mitigated ahead of time
• Adept political acumen and the ability to navigate complex internal and external environments using strategic foresight

Competencies

• Good leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• You are responsible for issues in your area until a solution has been identified and implemented
• Great communication skills, combined with a commercial and strategic mindset and experience with change and conflict management
• Good stakeholder management skills and a curious attitude, always aiming to understand the need of our customer
• Structured and focused on the important details, while thriving in an innovative and fast-growing environment
• Good IT skills, and experienced with Office applications

What we offer

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

Additional Information

Only candidates living already in the Netherlands or wiling to relocate to the Netherlands will be shortlisted. Candidate must live within 45 minutes of the work location.

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.

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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 173 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 29,000 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.