Senior Manager, Technical & Safety Train

Portland, OR, United States

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Senior Manager, Technical Training Center Requisition ID  54865

Location(s)  Portland, OR, US

Work experience  Management

Type of position  Full-Time

Job Family  Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

Join our innovative team at the world’s leading wind turbine producer. Located in Portland, Oregon, our Technical Training Center is home to a diverse team of 17 dedicated technical trainers, safety trainers, and coordinators. Our commitment lies in creating a setting that upholds inclusivity, prioritizes environmental stewardship, and values the safety and support of everyone.

Job Location : Portland, Oregon (near PDX Airport)

Responsibilities

Oversee the management of technical instructors and administrative staff at the VAME Training Centre.

Manage the FCC Budget and resource plan for the VAME Training Centre; engage in global budget planning and facilitate regional execution.

Collaborate with VAME Service Directors, Managers, and various stakeholders to assess training development and delivery needs.

Optimize internal and external resources to meet company training goals, including rescue training.

Lead program design and development to build technical and safety competencies among instructors and technicians.

Contribute to, review, and refresh global training vision and strategy based on sales, construction, and growth forecasts.

Partner strategically with the department Director for future planning.

Support the VAME Sales team in customer training needs, including contract review and customer presentations.

Assist the Senior Director in developing training strategies and directions both regionally and globally; develop tools for global and regional forecasting, analyze data, and build business cases to meet targets.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

5-10 years of supervisory/management experience.

Significant technical knowledge and experience.

Preferred experience in training/education management.

Understanding of the wind industry (preferred).

Advanced project management skills.

Essential behaviors: collaboration, servant leadership, optimism, safety, continuous improvement, flexibility, and customer focus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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.

Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Highly developed Training Program

We're in search of a conscientious team member who cherishes detail-oriented work and aspires to support a team devoted to high standards. If you are enthusiastic about technical training and development within the wind industry, we encourage you to apply!

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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.

About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.

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