Appointed Person

Do you want to be at the core of making the world more sustainable? Do you bring broad experience in handling lifting operations with focus on quality and safety? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company on the forefront of innovating renewable energy technologies. NCE > SBU NCE Service > Support The Vestas Northern Central Europe business unit is responsible for the Sales, Project, Installation and Service of wind farms throughout the NCE region. The NCE Offshore Service Project Support is one of four teams in the Special Projects Department, and we focus on supporting the other teams of the department. The Project Support department is responsible for ensuring a high-quality customer experience when completing projects for our customers, aiding service sites in conducting special campaigns and internal project support within the department. We are now seeking an Appointed person (AP) who will be responsible for overseeing all lifting operations within Special Projects North and Central Europe.

Responsibilities  The role is nominated as an AP Lifting Operations to comply with the local requirements concerning complex lifting duties on site(s) and acts as a subject matter expert for the site team. The AP administrates the Safe System of Work ("SSoW") regarding Lifting Operations and coordinates the work tasks for the various parties involved. In addition, the AP responsibilities include:

• Preparing project specific lifting plans and rigging drawings with the ultimate control and responsibility for the lifting operations
• Participating in all meetings, both internally and externally, associated with the lifting activities and represents Vestas in client or sub-contractor meetings
• Assisting in assessments of competencies of all relevant staff / technicians and provides inductions to the appropriate persons
• Clarifying legislation, regulations, and codes of practice requirements that relate to basic, intermediate and complex lifting procedures
• Implementing a SSoW and periodically monitor and amend as required to ensure, as far as reasonably practical, a SSoW is provided and implemented
• Liaising with project team, client, engineering department, MWS and other relevant stakeholders and proactively resolves internal and external cross-functional issues to ensure the project is not affected
• Ensuring that lifting operations are executed according to Vestas QHSE standards

Qualifications  We anticipate that applicants will come with sufficient experience from offshore lifting operations as well as relevant experience of planning lifting operations. Moreover, we see that you bring the following qualifications:

• CPCS Blue card (Appointed Person)
• Level 5 NVQ for Lifting National Vocational Qualification (Diploma of Higher education), or equivalent gained work experience
• Qualified or certified with practical/theoretical knowledge to the Industrial standards and requirements under local legislation and regulations related to all types of lifting duties
• Knowledge in implementing 'Safe Systems of Work' (SSoW), producing detailed rigging calculations and executing detailed risk assessment
• Good understanding of DNVGL-ST-N001, knowledge of BS7121 Safe use of Cranes and IOSH Leading Safely or NEBOSH certified
• Knowledge of maintenance, inspection, thorough examination and testing requirements of lifting equipment and accessories and understanding of relevant information relating to different types of lifting accessories i.e. markings, certificates, and thorough examination reports
• Good IT (MS Office and AX) skills and AutoCAD and 2D (3D) drawing skills

Competencies  To thrive in this role, we believe that you are/have:

• Site management capability with a high degree of safety and quality awareness 
• Flexible and proactive decision-maker
• Good team-working abilities
• A customer focused approach
• Coaching and instructive skills suited for conducting trainings
• Good process understanding and delegation skills
• Strong analytical skills and a solution-focused attitude

What we offer  You will be part of a fast-paced business that will provide a diverse range of challenges. We offer an extensive learning environment and opportunities for career development with an established wind turbine manufacturer. You will become part of a highly professional and culturally diverse team in a constantly growing industry. We value initiative, responsibility and the balance between creativity and quality in all solutions, and this is your chance to make your mark on our service strategy. You'll become a contributor to a team revered for its commitment and high regard for technical expertise.

Additional information  The language required for this role is fluent level of English. The primary work location is Aarhus, Denmark but could also be in the UK (remote or from the nearest Vestas office). The role requires approximately 30 days of travel per year.  Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. If the above match your skills and qualifications, please apply as soon as possible, but no later than January 16, 2025. 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.  For additional information about the position, please contact Recruiter Linnéa Holm: linho@vestas.com.

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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.