Senior Manager, Technical Documentation

Are you interested in leading a team that inspires excellence? 

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Value Chain Services

The Construction & Plant Documentation department plays a vital role in enabling safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of construction activities in wind turbine projects. With an experienced team of approximately 20 employees and consultants, we are committed to delivering high-quality technical documentation essential for Construction from pre-installation and installation to commissioning and decommissioning.

Our core responsibilities include:

• Creating and maintaining technical documentation (T09) for the Construction phase and for Plant products
• Operationalizing the documentation strategy to ensure optimized use of systems, work with modularized documentation content and streamline documentation processes. All this to ensure efficient and effective execution of the documentation deliverables
• Engaging in virtual and physical verification of documentation to ensure high usability and compliance with safety standards
• As we expand our scope to cover Plant products as well, we are building a team that can create Plant documentation, aiming to elevate its current maturity and ensure it meets the same high standards as our Construction documentation
• The user of the documentation is our priority, and we aim to empower the user with the right information at the right time-digitally, accurately, and safely

Responsibilities

As a Senior Manager, your responsibilities will involve leading the Construction & Plant Documentation department, facilitating the creation of of high-quality technical documentation that aligns with the requirements of Construction and Plant functions. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver Documentation: Ensure timely delivery of scoped documentation deliverables that meet defined quality standards and project timelines
• Build and Lead a High-Performing Team: Develop and grow a diverse team of technical writers, illustrators, editors, and documentation leads into a cohesive unit
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement business improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of documentation processes and outputs
• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the department's strategic game plan in alignment with broader business goals
• Collaborate Across the Value Chain: Support the development of the Value Chain Services Management team and encourage effective cross-functional collaboration
• Resource and Capability Planning: Plan and manage team resources and capabilities to meet current demands and future growth opportunities
• People Leadership and Development: Inspire, lead, and develop team members to unlock their full potential, cultivate a sense of belonging, and promote well-being.

Qualifications

To be effective in this role, you bring a robust mix of leadership, project and execution mindset, and end-user focus. The ideal candidate will have:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Technical Communication, Business Administration, or a related field
• Leadership Experience: Effective leadership in leading multidisciplinary global teams, within technical documentation, engineering, or product development environments
• Strategic and Operational Mindset: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans while managing day-to-day operations effectively
• Effective Communication Skills: Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across functions and levels
• Digital Fluency: Familiarity with digital documentation tools, content management systems, and digitalization strategies in a technical context
• Resource and Capability Planning: Experience in workforce planning, talent development, and building efficient teams
• People-Centric Leadership: Motivated by the development of people, creating team belonging, and promoting a healthy and inclusive work environment

Competencies

• Leadership & People Development: Ability to inspire, guide, and develop individuals and teams to deliver and build a meaningful sense of belonging
• Strategic Thinking: Capable of setting a clear direction, aligning departmental goals with business strategy, and executing long-term plans effectively
• Project & Delivery Management: Skilled in managing complex deliverables across multiple stakeholders, ensuring scope, timing, and quality are consistently met
• Process Optimization: Proficient in identifying inefficiencies and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality
• Documentation insights: Understanding of technical documentation processes, tools, and standards - especially in engineering or product development contexts
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Effective interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments, functions, and management levels
• Resource & Capability Planning: Ability to assess current and future needs, allocate resources effectively, and build capabilities to support business growth
• Communication Excellence: Clear and persuasive communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences
• Change Management: Skilled in leading teams through change, promoting planned adjustments, and maintaining engagement during transformation efforts

What we offer

We offer a unique opportunity to lead a great and skilled documentation department delivering key documentation which is essential to the value chain to perform their activities efficient and safe. As our new Senior Manager, you will:

• Shape and execute the strategic direction of a great documentation team, who is experienced within construction documentation and now starting building capabilities to support the Plant products as well
• Work with a diverse and global group of skilled professionals-technical writers, illustrators, editors, and documentation leads
• Play a key role in deploying digital transformation strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking management team within Value Chain Services
• Enjoy a structured, purpose-driven work environment where personal development and well-being are prioritized

Join us in enabling the energy transition through high-quality documentation that empowers safe and efficient installation of wind turbines.

Additional information

This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal, and requires up to 20 travel days per year.

While you may not meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Above all, we are seeking individuals whose values and character align with our team.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore, early applications are encouraged. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV in English.

Please note: We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time.

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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 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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