Offshore Lead Technician

Lead Offshore Technician

General Purpose: 

 
Reporting to the SOV Shift Manager, the Lead Technician (Lead Tech) is a senior offshore coordination role responsible for operational planning, execution readiness, and supervisory coverage in support of offshore service operations. Working hand‑in‑hand with the Offshore Shift Supervisor, the Lead Tech owns short‑ and long‑term planning horizons and ensures all resources, documentation, materials, tooling, and releases are in place for safe and effective turbine work. The Lead Tech provides designated supervisory coverage and operational support during the late shift and as required to enable the Offshore Shift Supervisor and other leaders to conduct field leadership activities such as audits, complex troubleshooting, turbine visits, and technician development, while ensuring operational continuity and alignment between planning and offshore execution.  

Responsibilities: 

• Own offshore operational planning across daily, 3‑day, 1‑week, 2‑week, and 6‑month horizons, ensuring plans are realistic, resourced, and executable. 

• Act as the execution‑readiness owner by validating that all planned work has the required materials, tooling, documentation, system readiness, and release approvals before execution. 

• Lead the daily planning meeting and clearly communicate the approved plan, priorities, risks, and constraints to all stakeholders. 

• Evaluate task scope, sequencing, duration, and risk to determine resource needs and operational feasibility. 

• Identify required parts, tools, and consumables, ensuring correct reservations and availability in SAP prior to execution. 

• Work closely with the Stockkeeper to forecast material needs, communicate P70/P80 priorities, and ensure on‑time availability for planned work. 

• Add and maintain accurate parts, tooling, and task details in Service Orders to support safe, compliant execution. 

• Perform first‑level administrative review of Approved Written Procedures (AWPs) to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with planned work. 

• Review personnel availability, planned absences, and training validity to ensure realistic short‑ and mid‑term planning forecasts. 

• Ensure all approved tasks are correctly loaded and maintained in STORM, including short‑term and long‑term work scopes. 

• Secure and track required work releases from Equinor and ensure alignment with the approved operational plan. 

• Monitor and document deviations from the approved plan, identify root causes, and ensure deviations are communicated to the Offshore Shift Supervisor and SOV Shift Manager. 

• Support development, prioritization, and planning of continuous improvement initiatives and proactive maintenance cases with Performance Engineering. 

• Serve as acting Offshore Shift Supervisor during designated late‑shift coverage, operating within defined authority and escalation boundaries. 

• Provide Supervisor relief during the day to enable turbine visits, audits, complex troubleshooting, field coaching, and technician engagement. 

• Oversee end‑of‑day operational close‑out and confirm all teams have safely demobilized from turbines. 

• Make real‑time operational decisions within delegated authority, aligned with the Offshore Shift Supervisor and SOV Shift Manager. 

• Participate in cross‑functional coordination with vessel crew, logistics, and support functions to maintain alignment between plan and execution. 

• Review completed Service Orders for accuracy in time, parts, and descriptive text, ensuring documentation quality and completeness. 

• Set clear expectations for post‑job documentation standards and coach technicians to improve reporting quality. 

• Validate Y3FA / Y3JC coding accuracy and seek Supervisor clarification where required before closure. 

• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, material usage, plan changes, and operational outcomes. 

• Ensure all stakeholders receive timely, accurate planning and execution updates. 

• Integrate HSE considerations into all planning activities and ensure plans align with Vestas’ HSE Management System. 

• Promote visible HSE leadership by embedding safety and risk awareness into planning decisions and execution readiness. 

Essential Functions: 

• Ability to lead technicians, influence cross‑functional teams, and maintain trust. 

• Ability to create robust operational plans with accurate assumptions and resource assessments. 

• Ability to work independently during the late shift while acting as the Supervisor on duty. 

• Ability to understand turbine technical tasks, tooling needs, technician competencies, and safe work sequences. 

• Ability to work and live on an SOV for extended rotations. 

• Ability to climb wind turbines and perform field tasks as required. 

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 lbs. 

• Ability to climb towers unassisted up to 475 feet. 

• Ability to obtain OEUK Medical Clearance and successfully pass a Chester Step Test. 

Education, Training, and Skills Required: 

• Strong understanding of SAP or ability to rapidly become proficient. 

• Ability to create detailed, realistic operational plans. 

• Strong focus on HSE, service quality, and operational delivery. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Comfortable interacting with customer representatives. 

• Completion of TBC 200 tasks on any platform. 

• Knowledge of VOB SCADA, Toolkit, and turbine performance tools. 

• Understanding of V236 platform. 

• Ability to lead diverse technician teams and maintain trust. 

• Strong computer literacy (SharePoint, Excel, Outlook, Smartsheet, Primavera, etc.). 

• Prior planning or coordination experience. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) 

• Proficiency with IT tools (smartphones, computers, etc.).  

• Able to safely work in adverse climates and environments. 

• Valid driver’s license, ability to obtain a passport, and willingness to travel. 

• Must be capable of leading and gaining the trust of a diverse team. 

• Shared sense of responsibility for the success of Empire Wind and commitment to promoting Vestas’ core values, diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Physical Demands 

• Ability to work and live onboard a Service Operations Vessel in various weather conditions and sea swells. 

• Ability to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions. 

• Ability to work in a seated indoor environment or inside a wind turbine for extended periods of time. 

• Ability to frequently walk, stand, look up/down, balance, stoop, twist, kneel, and bend. 

• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 lbs. 

• Total weight including all required PPE and gear (up to 40 lbs) must be below the 300‑lb safety limit. 

• To meet this requirement, body weight may not exceed 260 lbs. 

Work Environment 

 
The work environment described below represents the conditions an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

This role is primarily performed onboard a Service Operations Vessel (SOV) at sea and within offshore wind turbines. Work areas may include confined spaces, elevated locations, and marine environments. Noise levels can range from moderate to high, depending on operational activity and equipment use. Motion from sea swells should be expected while aboard the vessel. 

Living and working conditions may vary based on the specific SOV configuration. Typical vessel accommodations may include sleeping quarters, restroom and shower facilities, meal service, and shared or designated recreational areas. These conditions are not guaranteed and may differ by vessel or assignment.

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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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