Special Service Task Coordinator
Houston, TX, US
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Job Overview:
The Special Service Task Coordinator role is a member of the overall Planning Operations team. The SSTC team consists of 10 SSTCs who cover a wide range of tasks from Main Component exchanges, Blade Repair and replacement to T&M work for Vestas and non-Vestas turbines. The SSTC is an individual contributor who coordinates with service site managers within their region to ensure the safe, timely, cost-effective replacement of main components and blade work. This role works in collaboration with internal organizations to remove roadblocks to effective, consistent, replacement execution. Will also identify and implement process improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Technically plan all blade inspections and repairs for the region.
- Regular information exchange with sub-regions and key stakeholders to continuously improve the repair process.
- Regular reporting to management on repair execution.
- Repair execution performance monitored, and concepts/tools updated and improved.
- Build relationships with vendors and key internal contacts.
- Technical planning as SME for blade repairs, liaise with internal departments to ensure field execution, define work content and schedules with external partners/subcontractor, forward WO to dispatcher for final planning and execution.
- Capture blade repair performance.
- Support site managers in repair execution.
- Ensure proper processes are being followed by repair teams.
- Capture opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Prioritize repairs/inspections within sub-region.
- Identify major drivers of repair/inspection delays and implement solutions.
- Support Site Manager coordination between internal organizations (supply chain, resource, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degreed is beneficial in relevant field (ie. Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics)
- 2+ years related experience (ie. Resource Management, Operations Management, or Technical Planning.
- Experience in blade repair or replacement.
Competencies:
- Project management.
- Build execution plan.
- Manage work.
- Establish safe standards of execution.
- Manage through influence.
- Balance competing priorities.
- Good experience in a technical service environment with focus on planning and execution.
- Good IT skills and experience with information processing in databases and planning tools.
- Methodical and detailed working approach.
- Organizing one's own tasks and good time management.
- Effective communication skills.
- Good facilitation and presentation skills on Management level.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) including Salesforce, SAP and internet navigation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, coordinating with various time zones.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to maintain database and planning systems.
What we offer:
We offer an engaging position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at a renowned wind turbine producer. We value taking responsibility, accountability, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment committed to sustainability and safety, and you will work among colleagues who support each other.
- Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
- Generous Paid Time Off policies
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition assistance
- Highly developed Training Program
- Global bonus program
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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims 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, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.
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Nearest Major Market: Houston