Service Operations Planner

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At Vestas Shared Service Center, we are constantly working to deliver on time to our support to Service business in terms of technical planning for scheduled and unscheduled maintenances, Contract management administration, transformation program, turbine performance reporting, Non-conformance management and Continuous improvements, etc, with an intent to optimize cost, LPF, commercial excellence. It is an ever-developing task in a progressive environment.
The Shared Service Center is an integral part of Global Service Delivery organization providing consistent operational support to Regional Service in terms of Contract administration and management, Service operations - technical planning and Backend approvals, Turbine performance reporting and Non-conformance management with an intent to optimize cost, LPF, commercial excellence.


This role will be part of Service operations support-Technical planning team which provides constant support to internal regional stakeholders, focusing on advanced operational planning of maintenance with full ownership and accurate task execution.

Responsibilities

• Technically Plan a Work order (clearly specified, enriched with relevant information, map a work type or manual planning: Define and search out all required materials, tools, services, and resources) Customer specifics considered in technical planning
• Create service orders in SAP as per business process requirements
• Perform an entitlement check via system support and identify sales opportunities and check the status with Contract Manager for Planning
• Review service messages and confirm population readiness for the respective regions
• Reassign a work order to Technical Support Engineers if advanced planning is required OR to Upstream if commercial clarification is required
• Analyze and understand various types of component failure
• Confirm readiness for works to be executed (system), Tools, parts & services are planned and monitored on time before crew mobilization
• Service schedule is aligned with the obligations in service contracts
• Prepare, level out & assign works for the territory & tasks of responsibility, to deliver best match for needs and potential. (i.e., weather conditions & skills)
• Prepare 12-week planning (long-term planning) / short term planning (3-week detail plan)
• Bundle and optimize work order composition
• Assign service appointment to service crew by managing service crew composition on short term

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• 3-8 years of experience in technical planning, service engineering, or operational functions
• Strong SAP/SF capabilities, comfortable with data-driven decision making
• Experience in components (blades, gearboxes, generators) is an advantage
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts

Competencies

• Technical Competence in turbine components, documentation & service tasks
• Strong analytical skills & ability to interpret operational patterns
• Cross-functional collaboration skills
• Advanced Excel capability Working knowledge of Power BI, with ability to modify or customize
• Presentation skills for reporting backend quality, KPIs, and exceptions to stakeholders
• Advanced problem-solving & planning optimization capabilityStrong communication with ability to influence and support teams

What We Offer


Vestas provides an open, respectful and global culture, attractive compensation package and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a brilliant future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of expertise to join us.
We care about and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include on-the-job training, a great platform for professional and personal development, a bonus program, colorful team activities, etc. We emphasize developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to work efficiently to achieve results

Additional Information


Your primary workplace will be in Chennai, India.


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 31st August 2026.

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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 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 39,000 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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