Senior Manager, HSE Excellence (m/w/d)

Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK Hamburg, HH, DE Warrington, Cheshire, GB

Work experience: Specialist

Type of position: Full-Time

Job Family: Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

Are you a team-oriented manager with exceptional leadership skills and a strong focus on Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Excellence? Are you excited to work on offshore projects in a fast-paced international setting? We are seeking a Senior Manager to lead a dedicated team of highly specialised Professionals ensuring the highest HSE standards are met. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply now!

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Operational HSE, Logistics & Excellence

The NCE Construction department at Vestas Wind Systems manages construction projects in Northern and Central Europe, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality. The Installation & Commissioning (I&C) team handles the pre-installation, installation, and commissioning of wind turbines both onshore and offshore. Within I&C, the Operational HSE, Logistic & Excellence department includes the HSE Excellence team, which provides HSE support to execution teams at various construction sites. This support is offered both from the back-office and on-site by a team of around seven specialists. As the leader of this team, you will also be part of the Operational HSE, Logistic & Excellence management team, collaborating to support the future growth of NCE Construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and represent the team, both internally and externally.
• Ensure the management team’s strategic direction is set and maintained.
• Base leadership on Vestas values: simplicity, collaboration, passion, and accountability.
• Promote employee well-being, motivation, and satisfaction.
• Foster a positive and safe working environment.
• Be an open and positive go-to person, demonstrating trust for sparring.
• Act as an ambassador towards internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience leading subject matter experts.
• Preferably holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable in management principles and experienced in people leadership.
• Skilled in distance management, planning, and coordination.
• Strong understanding of high-level construction processes.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Competencies

• You can develop and lead teams effectively.
• Open-minded and positive, with integrity and respect.
• Robust personality, interacts well with all colleagues.
• Thrives in diverse, multicultural settings.
• Flexible yet structured, works independently.
• Excels in innovative, agile, and busy environments.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on development.

What we offer
As a member of the Execution Management Team in the Senior Manager position, you’ll have excellent development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world’s leading wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy.
This global role allows you to make a significant impact with your forward-thinking contributions. You’ll work alongside dedicated and inspiring colleagues to promote and provide sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
The position involves some monthly travel to other offices for management meetings and visits to construction sites in Northern and Central Europe (NCE).

Additional information
Primary work location: Warrington, UK or Aarhus, DK
Expected travel: approximately 60 days per year
Applicant must hold a valid passport and drivers' license
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. Please be advised to apply on or before 30/11/2024.
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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.