Shift Lead

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Norfolk Vanguard West

The Norfolk Vanguard West service team is responsible for maintaining and servicing offshore wind turbines operating from Lowestoft, Suffolk. The department has an open and informal culture where teamwork, communication, and safety are key to success. You will have the opportunity to work in an exciting industry and be part of a highly motivated team supporting one of the UK's largest offshore wind projects.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of all offshore operations at Norfolk Vanguard West during the assigned shift, acting as the primary customer contact for daily activities
• Lead, manage, and support offshore technicians, direct reports, and subcontractors while driving recruitment, performance management, and ongoing employee development
• Coordinate workforce planning with Planning and Dispatch teams, ensuring adequate resource availability, training compliance, and workforce readiness
• Oversee scheduled maintenance and unplanned operational activities to maximise turbine performance, availability, and overall asset uptime
• Maintain accurate operational data, manage customer claims where required, and support monthly reporting and contingency planning activities
• Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, safety meetings, inspections, safety walks, and the timely escalation of HSE and operational issues
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the shift, ensuring high standards of performance, service delivery, and operational efficiency

• Completed electrical or mechanical degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent technical qualification
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in electrical and/or mechanical systems, preferably offshore and/or high voltage environments
• Experience supervising teams and executing offshore service operations

We expect that you:

• People management experience and strong leadership qualities
• Ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness and strategic mindset
  
  Structured approach with strong attention to detail
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems
• Full and clean driving licence with flexibility to support offshore operations

We offer a challenging role, a professional learning environment, and excellent career development opportunities within a growing offshore wind organisation. You will become part of a highly professional and culturally diverse team in a fast-growing industry. We provide a competitive compensation package and accommodation onboard the Service Operation Vessel during working rotations.

Your work location will be in GB, Warrington.

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