Offshore Wind O&M WTG Manager - Japan

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager to oversee offshore wind turbine operations in Japan. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong technical background in wind turbine technology, specifically with hands-on experience from a leading Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) OEM. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient and safe O&M operations while supporting the long-term performance of offshore wind assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of offshore wind farm operations and maintenance.
• Serve as the technical authority on WTG O&M procedures, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Coordinate with local site teams, OEMs, subcontractors, and asset owners to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Analyze turbine performance data to identify areas for improvement and ensure high availability and reliability.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and best practices.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support budget planning and cost control for O&M activities.
• Participate in technical meetings and represent the project in internal and external forums as needed.
• Work on-site in Japan for approximately 1 month every 3 months; remote support expected during off-rotation.

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in wind turbine operations and maintenance, with at least 3 years working for a major WTG OEM (e.g., Siemens Gamesa, Vestas, GE, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of offshore wind O&M practices, logistics, and challenges.
• Proven experience in managing technical teams and coordinating with international stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; Japanese language is not required.
• Excellent understanding of HSE standards in offshore environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel to Japan on a rotational basis (1 month in-country per quarter).
• Engineering degree or relevant technical qualification preferred.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.