Appointed Person

Do you have experience of Working in Offshore Lifting Operations? Then Vestas has an opportunity for you! 

MVOW Offshore Wind UK > Global Offshore > Campaign Support
The NCE Offshore Service Campaign Support is one of 4 teams in the Offshore Service Campaigns Department, where we support the other teams. The Campaign Support department is responsible for ensuring a high-quality customer experience when completing projects for our customers, supporting service sites in conducting special campaigns and internal project support within the business.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be: 

• Act as the nominated Appointed Person (AP) for Lifting Operations, ensuring compliance with local legislation and providing subject matter expertise to site teams on complex lifts
• Develop, implement, and administer the Safe System of Work (SSoW) for lifting operations, monitoring and updating it as required
• Prepare and maintain project specific lifting plans and rigging drawings, retaining overall control and responsibility for all lifting activities
• Ensure lifting operations are executed in accordance with applicable legislation, codes of practice, and Vestas QHSE standards
• Coordinate and liaise with project teams, clients, engineering, MWS, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to support safe and efficient execution
• Represent Vestas in internal and external meetings related to lifting activities, proactively resolving cross functional issues to avoid project impact
• Assess competencies of relevant personnel and deliver inductions, ensuring all staff and technicians involved in lifting operations are suitably trained and authorised

Qualifications

• Qualified and competent Appointed Person, holding IOSH Leading Safely or NEBOSH, CPCS Blue Card (AP), and Level 5 NVQ in Lifting, with certification aligned to industrial and local requirements
• Strong knowledge of legislation, regulations, and industry standards applicable to all lifting duties, including DNVGL ST N001, BS7121, and relevant industrial standards
• Proven competence in implementing and managing Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) for lifting operations
• Experienced in producing detailed lifting documentation, including rigging calculations, lifting plans, and comprehensive risk assessments
• Skilled in AutoCAD and 2D/3D drawing, supporting the development of accurate rigging and lift drawings
• Sound understanding of lifting equipment and accessories, including maintenance, inspection, thorough examination, testing, markings, and certification requirements
• Strong IT capability, with good working knowledge of MS Office and AX systems to support reporting, planning, and coordination activities

 
Competencies

We expect that you:

• Strong HSE and QA/QC awareness, ensuring safety, environmental protection, and quality requirements are embedded in all activities
• Proactive and forward thinking approach, with a results driven and action oriented mindset
• Excellent team working and leadership skills, with the ability to delegate effectively and manage processes efficiently
• Capable trainer, experienced in delivering classroom and group based training sessions
• Customer focused and adaptable, able to work effectively within varying local and project specific requirements
• Clear and confident communicator, fluent in spoken and written English, with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with a solution focused attitude and effective office and site management capability

What we offer 

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

Additional information

Your work location will be in GB, Blyth. 
Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV.
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. 
All inquiries are treated confidentially.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

 At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.

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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. 
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.