Operational Commissioning Planning Lead (f/m/d)

Join us as an Operational Commissioning Planning Lead (f/m/d) and play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless execution of complex onshore wind projects across Northern and Central Europe. In this position, you will coordinate commissioning resource planning, align demand across stakeholders, and help secure the successful delivery of our project portfolio. You’ll work closely with international teams in Germany and Poland, operating in a dynamic environment where accuracy, foresight, and strong collaboration are essential. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to influence operational planning at scale and contribute directly to Europe’s renewable energy development. Expect a challenging and rewarding environment where your planning expertise truly matters.

Region NCE and Global Offshore > NCE > NCE Onshore CPX Execution Portfolio Planning

The Execution Portfolio Planning team forms part of the NCE Onshore PMO & Planning Department and oversees aligned main crane, installation subcontractor, commissioning, and component planning across the region.

The Supplier & Commissioning Planning Team, also within the NCE Portfolio & Project Planning Department, delivers harmonised, cross‑regional planning across the full NCE footprint. Based in Husum (Germany) and Szczecin (Poland), the team collaborates closely with CPX Onshore, Service regions and specialised commissioning teams to ensure strong forecasting, resource readiness, and high‑quality project execution in a fast‑growing renewable energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and align commissioning resource demand together with CPX Project Teams across the full NCE onshore project portfolio
• Forecast commissioning requirements to Service Regions and the Service Special Task Team, including commissioning teams and supervisors
• Track project progress and continuously monitor risk indicators
• Conduct risk analysis and define mitigation actions in collaboration with stakeholders from Service and CPX
• Create Service Order Templates for commissioning‑related Service tasks
• Provide forecasts for specialized service providers for local or project‑specific needs (e.g., lift certifiers)
• Support efficient coordination between project planning, execution teams, and service functions to ensure operational readiness

Qualifications

• Completed vocational education/apprenticeship in a commercial and/or technical field
• Up to 5 years of experience in operational or project planning roles
• Professional experience in construction or site planning, ideally within the wind industry or other complex industrial project environments
• Knowledge of planning, reporting, and analytical tools, including relevant software applications
• Solid understanding of electrical or technical processes
• Fluent in German and English
• Familiarity with PowerBI, SAP, and Primavera (nice to have)

Competencies

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within an international, multicultural team
• High technical understanding of Wind Turbine Generators
• Result‑oriented mindset with a responsible, proactive approach to work
• Ability to communicate clearly at all organisational levels and build strong stakeholder relationships
• Methodical, structured working style and ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Resilience when working under pressure, shifting priorities, or tight deadlines

What we offer

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that take care of each other.

Additional information

Primary work location: Berlin, Husum, Hamburg (DE) or Szczecin (PL)

Expected travel: approximately 10 days per year.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, 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 22/04/2026.

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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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