Technical Planner & Scheduler

Vestas is a global 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!

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At Vestas Shared Service Center, we are constantly working to deliver on time to our support to Service business in terms of technical planning for scheduled and unscheduled maintenances, Contract management administration, transformation program, turbine performance reporting, Non-conformance management and Continuous improvements, etc, with an intent to optimize cost, LPF, commercial excellence. It is an ever-developing task in a progressive environment.
This position is responsible for providing Unscheduled Technical Planning support, including creation and dispatching work orders to service sites, ensuring adherence to established processes and turbine specifications, and maintaining accurate reporting. The role will report directly to the Team Leader - Unscheduled Technical Planning based in Chennai.

Responsibilities

• Technically Plan a Work order (clearly specified, enriched with relevant information, map a work type / task list or manual planning: Define and search out all required materials, tools, services, and resources) Customer specifics considered in technical planning
• Task list improvement opportunities identified and aligned with Technical Support, who triggers Task List creation & updates)
• Perform an entitlement check via system support and identify T&M opportunities and check the status with Contract Manager for Planning
• Identify CIM opportunities and link work order (if applicable)
• Reassign a work order to Technical Support Engineers if advanced planning is required OR to Upstream if commercial clarification is required
• Confirm readiness for works to be executed (system), Tools, parts & services are planned and monitored on time before crew mobilization
• Service schedule is aligned with the obligations in service contracts
• Prepare, level out & assign works for the territory & tasks of responsibility, to deliver best match for needs and potential. (i.e., weather conditions & skills)
• KPIs and PPIs related to Planning & Scheduling are balanced and under control
• Confirm readiness for works to be executed (system). Prepare 12-week planning (long-term planning) / short term planning (3-week detail plan)
• Bundle and optimize work order composition
• Perform the availability check (material, tools and competences) * (create purchase requests)
• Assign service appointment to service crew by managing service crew composition on short term

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical & Mechanical with few years of relevant area
• Technical background with experience in Wind turbines will be added advantage
• (Vestas / Multi Brands) Service Planning background and planning Experience in Blades and Wind turbines Main components will be added advantage
• The Candidate shall be willing to work in shifts (24x7 Rosters)

Competencies

• Good understanding Service AOM
• Ready to read into technical documentations and drawings
• Affinity to work according to processes and navigate in technical (commercial) related systems.
• Self-organization / good time management and stress resistant
• Technical communications skills
• Knowledge in SAP and Salesforce

What We Offer

Vestas provides an open, respectful and global culture, attractive compensation package and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a brilliant future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of expertise to join us.

We care about and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include on-the-job training, a great platform for professional and personal development, a bonus program, colorful team activities, etc. We emphasize developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to work efficiently to achieve results

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 10th February 2026.

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. 
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