Director, Offshore CPX & Service Tools

Requisition ID:  73283
Location(s): 

Esbjerg, Region Central Jutland, DK, 6700 Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK, 8200

Work experience:  Senior Management
Type of position: 
Job Family:  Field Operations

 

Vestas Factory

Senior Management | Full-Time | Field Operations

Would you like to join the world’s most sustainable company in a fast-developing industry? Are you skilled at collaborating effectively with various stakeholders across the globe? Then we might have the right opportunity for you. 

 

Region NCE and Global Offshore > Global Offshore > OFS CPX & Service Tools

Vestas is the global leader in wind technology and a key driver of progress within the wind power industry. This role is part of the newly established Global Offshore EVP organisation, within the OFS CPX & Service Tools department. In this position, you will develop and execute the global tooling strategy and lifecycle supporting offshore construction and service, contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable offshore operation
We cultivate an environment that values collaboration and inclusivity, prioritising innovation, continuous development, and teamwork. Whether working on-site at wind farms or supporting operations remotely, our employees are empowered to contribute to a more sustainable energy future.

 

Responsibilities 

As our new Director for Global Offshore CPX & Service Tools, you will lead our team at the Tools & Warehouse location in Esbjerg, consisting of 100+ employees, while partnering closely across the value chain to enable safe, efficient, and scalable offshore execution.
This role brings together strategic direction, operational excellence, and expertise in warehouse and logistics, while promoting an inclusive and empowering team culture. The purpose is to ensure that the right tools are responsibly sourced, qualified, and available—on time and at the right cost—to support our entire Offshore footprint.
In this role, you will:

  • Establish, oversee, and continuously update the global offshore tooling strategy, including standards, frameworks, and long-term roadmaps aligned with Vestas’ demand
  • Oversee operational excellence in tooling warehouses and offshore focused logistics
  • Optimise end to end planning, availability, utilisation, inventory, and lifecycle management of offshore tooling assets
  • Drive global technical support and quality assurance for offshore construction and service tools
  • Establish budgets, savings targets, and performance KPIs, ensuring strong governance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and availability
  • Develop and implement cost out, efficiency, standardisation, and scalability initiatives across regions and platforms
  • Identify and mitigate end-to-end business risks, while partnering closely with Procurement, Construction & Service, HSE, Quality, Finance, and other key stakeholders to align priorities and enable value creation

 

Qualifications

We expect that you bring:

  • 8+ years of experience in tooling, industrial operations, or warehouse and logistics environments, with a solid understanding of end to end operational processes
  • Over eight years leading teams within a complex, matrixed organisation, cultivating an inclusive, empowering, and collaborative team culture
  • Solid commercial awareness, including experience with budgeting, service-level agreements, and business case development, as well as proficiency with ERP/BI systems (e.g., SAP, BI) and Microsoft 365 tools
  • Proficiency in English and Danish, both written and verbal; knowledge of additional languages is welcomed
  • Demonstrated international leadership experience, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders across diverse backgrounds and regions
  • Experience or certification in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement is considered an important complement

 

Competencies

We envision you are:

  • Strategic and systems-oriented, with the ability to translate long-term vision into clear, actionable portfolios and roadmaps
  • Skilled in building solid stakeholder relationships, navigating differing perspectives, and constructively resolving conflicts and escalations
  • Motivated to make data-informed decisions while managing time effectively and maintaining awareness of risks
  • Customer focused and solution oriented
  • Committed to coaching, motivating, and developing diverse teams, creating an environment where people are valued, included, and empowered to reach their potential

 

What we offer

An exciting opportunity to design the global Offshore Tooling Strategy for the leading company in the wind sector. A solid foundation for continuous professional and personal development, supported by experienced colleagues and a collaborative culture, while keeping a good work-life balance. 
Possibility to contribute to a meaningful, measurable impact on safety, quality, delivery and cost at a global scale in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

Additional information

This role is in Esbjerg, Denmark, and is designed to be performed primarily from our Esbjerg office. Moreover, for this role, you can expect up to 25 days of travel per year.
If all the above match your interests and qualifications, please apply before 6.03.2026. Please note: We may amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.

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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