Director of Operations Development

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Region NCE > Service Offshore NCE > Service Operations Development

Vestas Service Offshore NCE (Northern and Central Europe), is accountable for all offshore service contracts within our region. We are committed to delivering to our contract portfolio, while continuously seeking ways to enhance our operational efficiency. Our skilled site teams form a vital link between frontline operations, group functions, and our development teams – ensuring seamless collaboration across the organisation. We are determined to maintain our leading position and are actively preparing for substantial growth in the coming years.
We cultivate an environment that values collaboration and inclusivity, prioritising innovation, continuous development, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a strategic-minded Director of Operations Development with a good understanding of daily operations to lead and inspire a team of more than 30 employees in a constantly evolving environment. The team is divided into four sub-departments, each with an individual focus on enhancing processes and our ability to execute, balancing day-to-day operational support with ensuring continuous improvement of our operations. In this role you will:

• Lead and develop your team of about four direct reports overseeing up to 30 people
• Act as key interface both to other NCE functions as well as group-level stakeholders
• Play a pivotal role in developing and implementing our strategy process both in your own team and the wider deployment across the organisation
• Perform budgeting and orchestrating our strategy process in concert with the management team
• Ensure clear alignment with regional P&L owners and other critical stakeholders
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across both your department and the broader departments within NCE Service Offshore
• Engage in and contribute to strategic conversations related to operational direction and efficiency improvements

Qualifications

We expect that you possess:

• Demonstrated effective leadership and interpersonal skills
• Operational experience and a strategic vision to support business development
• A comprehensive understanding of the diverse disciplines that contribute to an effective Operations & Maintenance (O&M) business
• In-depth experience in directing and improving strategic planning efforts
• Experience from wind turbine projects, services, or other large-scale infrastructure sectors
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing methods and concepts within an operational context
• A Bachelor\’s or Master\’s degree within Engineering, Business Administration or a related field

Competencies

We envision that you bring:

• Skills in leading leaders and delivering results through impactful people leadership
• A collaborative mindset and great stakeholder management skills
• Ability to engage in dialogues spanning from strategic presentations at senior management level to practical implementation at site level
• Effective communication skills in written and spoken English across global and cross-functional teams
• Solid business acumen and analytical skills

What we offer

We offer an exciting opportunity to develop in an inspiring and diverse work environment with the energy industry\’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. At Vestas, we aim to be sustainable in all aspects – both as employers and business partners. 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. We value initiative, accountability, involvement and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with significant technical commitment and passion. Vestas is growing and developing; we want you to grow with us.

Additional Information

Due to the geographical spread of the team, we expect you to be based in one of our offices in Aarhus, Denmark, Warrington, UK, Hamburg, Germany or Oostende in Belgium. If this position match your interests and qualifications, we look forward to receiving your application before 31st August 2025. Please be aware that we may modify or withdraw job postings at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.
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