Head of O&M Projects & Logistics

Do you want to shape the future

We are now looking for a Head of O&M Projects & Logistics within  Integrated Operations in our Generation organization in Business Area Wind.

Generation is the organization that is fully accountable for the Asset performance of Vattenfalls offshore wind farms. This includes operating the wind farms through optimization of revenues in relation to the power market and maintaining the wind farms in a healthy safe sustainable and cost efficient way to ensure best availability and full compliance with requirement.

You will be part of Integrated Operations which has responsibility for enabling the instalment of strong operation and maintenance of our wind farms and by being an integrated part of the site operations enabling the sites in harvesting the benefits of being part of the Vattenfall portfolio. Integrated Operations consists of four teams i.e. O&M Projects & Logistics Operational Control Centre Technical Integrity Management and Supply Chain & Maintenance Systems. The unit is a vital part of the journey to be a best in class operator and it creates a lot of existing opportunities to take part in.

What will you do

The main responsibility of the Head of  O&M Projects & Logistics  is to ensure the performance of Main Component Exchanges Fast Response Plan Projects and Special Projects mainly focusing on larger repairs and upgrades of our offshore assets. Moreover the Head of O&M Projects & Logistics also provides end to end marine support as well as a competence centre for marine and aviation general ensuring all delivery within quality time and budget and thus supporting sites and internal support functions to maximise their profit in a safe way

You will be leading leaders (managers of MCE and Offshore Logistics) as well as direct reports (project managers for FRP and Special projects) in a team that is organized internationally and you will report directly to the Head of Integrated Operations.

The teams are covering the below main deliverables

Main Component Exchange (MCE) and MCE Operations  

The MCE team takes the lead of Main component exchange projects for all our offshore sites and ensures delivery within quality time and budget and by that support the sites to maximize their profit in a safe way. The team support the sites with in-house highly trained technicians for special campaigns and main component exchanges.

Offshore Logistics

The Offshore Logistics team plays a crucial role in delivering safe and reliable offshore transportation for the Generation assets. The Offshore Logistics team currently consists of leads/experts in the field of marine and aviation who are tasked with delivering competence and resources on offshore logistics solutions such as e.g. CTVs SOVs Jack-ups helicopters and drones.

FRP (Fast Response Plan) and Special Projects

• Update and maintain the FRP (Fast Response Plan);
• Test and ensure the readiness level for FRP for various sites and as part of this ensure that there is access to the needed documentations and spare parts;
• Ensure that needed FWAs are in place to support the projects in cooperation with Commercial Management and other internal/external stakeholders;
• Manage the development planning risk identification/mitigation and establish budget for assignments and projects
• Manage the execution of assignments and projects from TG0 to TG5;

For all 3 areas the continuous development of the processes and driving standardization plays a crucial role for the Head of O&M Projects and Logistics including

• Ensure that the internal governance is followed for O&M Projects & Logistics department and to be the co-chair for the Generation Project Steerco; 
• Ensure portfolio management and reporting of the projects with in Generation;
• Project Sponsor for various projects;
• Ensure that there are high quality and safety standards throughout the projects / operations and that all needed reporting will be done;
• Capture lessons learned and feedback from the projects

Qualifications :

Your background

• Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience from working in a similar leadership position in the energy sector or a technical industry such as project management or offshore logistics. Offshore/onshore wind knowledge from a development project or O&M role is desirable
• Extensive experiences in technical operation and maintenance and commercial and asset management is necessary.  
• Demonstrated ability to lead international teams driving a performance culture and development of key skills and knowledge
• Experience of implementing successful changes in an operational and highly dynamic environment;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills comfortable at presenting building relationships internally and externally with our contractors and influencing others while working effectively across diverse cultures and geographical locations.
• Highly motivated inspiring and communicative leader
• Health and safety as the highest priority
• Comprehensive presentation and calculation skills for e.g MS-Office package and previous experience with SAP and electrical knowledge are beneficial.
• Fluent in English

Additional Information :

Our offer

We can offer you the opportunity to make a real difference in the world whilst shaping your own working environment and career.  We provide a competitive salary and benefits package a progressive inclusive culture and the chance to work with some of the best in the industry. You will play a vital role within interdisciplinary teams and you can always count on support from committed colleagues; our Ask and Share concept is embedded in the way we work.  We also offer attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Location

Kolding Amsterdam or London.

Process and timeline

Please submit your application in English - with CV and cover letter - via the link at the bottom of this page. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible as we are conducting interviews continuously.

For more information about the recruitment process please contact Senior Recruiter Jette Ingeberg via email

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender ethnicity age transgender identity or expression religion or other belief disability or sexual orientation. Click here for further information. 

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfil within Vattenfall and will be performed by a third party DISA Global Solutions AB.

Since Vattenfall is a part of the Swedish critical infrastructure many of our services are security classed. If this position is security classified the final candidates might be subject to a security vetting process according to Swedish legislation. 

We look forward to receiving your application! 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time