Project Planner

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Nacelles R&D > Converter & Electrical Module > C&E Module Quality & Tools

C& E Quality & Tools is part of Converter & Electrical Module in Nacelle R&D in Vestas R&D. Vestas R&D is a business unit where new product ideas are developed, matured, improved, maintained and tested. Vestas Power Solutions operates on a global scale with more than 3000 employees.

The TCM area within Converter & Electrical is responsible for developing and maintaining concepts, processes and tools for Transport, Installation and Maintenance of our Electrical components mainly Converter, Switchgear, Transformer and HV Cables of wind turbines. We are involved in new turbine development as well as maintenance and optimization of the existing fleet. Electrical TCM is responsible to build and deliver business improvement initiatives, cost out and process maturity related to transport, construction and maintenance value chain

Responsibilities

• Drive and implement Jira Maturity rules (supported by SMO and TL)
• Follow-up on Jira Maturity, according to the defined rules, and ensure the compliance
• Create and maintain individual dashboards on assigned project tasks, remaining's and logged hours
• Drive and follow-up the team logged hours
• Provide documentation and workshops to team members in Jira related content
• Create and maintain a Jira FAQ wiki page
• Decompose EPICs, TASKs and maintain Jira integrity (inputs from TL and WPR)
• Project Billing Tool
• Develop and facilitate SCRUM activities
• Identify project risks: up to date reports on remaining's vs milestones by project (1)
• Identify project deviations: up-to-date reports on bookings vs remaining of the Sub-Module projects (1)
• Follow-up on projects burn rate (1)
• Simulate allocation scenarios and support/replace SMO on resources planning (C-level planning) (2)

Qualifications

• Bachelor / Master's in any engineering / Project management / Similar specialization 
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in Project management/planning/Scrum
• Pragmatic experience as dedicated Project Planner/ Assistant Project Manager
• Proficient communication and presentation skills in English, both verbally and in writing
• PRINCE2, PMP or similar project management certificate
• Know-how from a heavy-duty industry (e.g. energy industry, car manufacturing industry, shipyard industry, construction industry etc.)
• Experienced user of project planning tools such as JIRA

Competencies

• Capable of identifying & breaking down project scope to concrete deliverables within professional area
• Vestas Way to Market/Gate Model, Product Development processes, Procedures, Tools and systems (2)
• Scoping & Tailoring tools for project initiation (2)
• Technical leadership competences
• You approach our projects with curiosity and implement them diligently
• Actively and passionately with a focus on cooperation, stakeholder management, and "what is best for Vestas"
• Jira tool experience is good to have

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, innovative, motivated and international work environment in the sustainable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solution

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be in Chennai, India.

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 30th November 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. 
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