Team Lead (m/f/d) Offshore logistics with focus on leadership and communication
Hamburg, HH, DE Sassnitz, Mecklenburg-Vorpomm., DE Husum, SH, DE
Do you want to play an active role in shaping the energy future? At Vestas, you can!
As the global leader in wind energy, we drive innovation to create a more sustainable world. With us, you will take on responsibility, grow both professionally and personally, and work in an environment that encourages collaboration, courage, and fresh ideas.
Would you like to contribute your expertise in an international environment? At Vestas, you’ll find exciting projects, modern ways of working, and real opportunities to make an impact.
Take the next step and start your journey as a Team Lead (m/f/d) Offshore logistics with focus on leadership and communication.
Learn more about the department
The Vestas NCE Service Supply Chain Repair & Tools Department is responsible for the logistic and warehouse operations of harbor and vessel warehouses throughout NCE. We are supporting the Vestas Offshore Sites, Special Projects and other departments with functions to install, service and maintain the wind turbines in multiple windfarms across the European seas.
Your benefits – because your commitment counts!
- Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects
- Development & Skills: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth as well as a wide range of (safety) training aimed at your professional and personal development
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical
- Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
- Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and a collaborative team spirit
Your responsibilities – here's where you can get involved!
In this role, people leadership is at the core of what you do:
- You lead and support a team of warehouse employees preparing materials for offshore operations
- You plan daily operations, clearly delegate tasks, and ensure transparent communication
- You develop your team through coaching, regular feedback, and knowledge sharing
- You lead regular team meetings and promote collaboration, motivation, and a strong safety mindset
- You act as the primary point of contact for your team, including during questions, conflicts, or change processes
- You work closely with offshore departments to ensure smooth coordination and timely material availability
- You monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvements together with your team
- You support audits and inspections and communicate requirements in a clear and practical way
Your profile – what makes you a great fit!
Your soft skills and mindset are especially important to us:
- Completed vocational training or a degree, e.g. in Communication Studies, Education, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a comparable field
- Experience in leading, training, or supervising employees (e.g. as a team leader, trainer, instructor, or lecturer)
- Excellent communication skills combined with an empathetic and appreciative approach
- Strong coaching abilities, facilitation skills, and conflict resolution competence
- A structured working style, strong time management, and organizational skills
- A genuine interest in empowering people and delegating responsibility
- A basic understanding of logistics processes and material flows (expert-level knowledge is not required)
- Confident use of Microsoft and iOS applications; experience with SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage
- A solution-oriented, open-minded, and eager-to-learn personality
- You have a valid driving license and are willing to travel occasionally
- Very good English (C1) and good German (B2) skills round off your profile
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 200 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 35,000 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.