Director of integrated planning
Global Wind Service
Company Overview
Global Wind Service
Fredericia, Denmark
2008
Approximately 1,700 employees globally (source: globalwindservice.com). Revenue of 195 million Euros in 2023 (source: globalwindservice.com).
What They Do
Global Wind Service (GWS) focuses exclusively on services within wind energy and operates through four core business areas: Onshore Installation, Offshore Installation, Blades, and Service & Maintenance. These areas are centrally managed but executed through global units that emphasize safety, quality, and cross-cultural flexibility (source: globalwindservice.com). GWS offers a wide range of services, including full-scale installation of wind turbines, handling everything from assembly to mechanical and electrical completion, as well as project management for complex projects. Their team of over 250 specialized technicians performs blade maintenance, including leading edge protection, repetitive inspections, and repairs (source: globalwindservice.com). GWS differentiates itself through its Global Wind Service Academy, which trains technicians to the highest standards and offers tailored solutions to clients in 40 countries (source: bitscale.ai).
Projects & Achievements
GWS has completed nearly 2,000 projects in 40 countries since its inception, including the installation of the first offshore wind turbines in the USA at Block Island in 2016 and the first offshore wind farm in France at Parc Éolien en mer de Saint-Nazaire in 2022 (source: globalwindservice.com). The company has also made significant contributions to Taiwan's offshore market through local establishments, highlighting their global reach and ability to adapt to different markets (source: globalwindservice.com). GWS works with a wide range of clients, including wind turbine developers and operators, enabling them to deliver customized and reliable solutions (source: globalwindservice.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, GWS celebrated its 15th anniversary on January 4, 2023, highlighting its growth and the expansion of its blade team to over 250 specialists (source: globalwindservice.com). On January 10, 2024, the company announced the recruitment of former military personnel for wind roles through their Entry Program and Global Wind Service Academy in Poland, demonstrating their commitment to addressing technician shortages by leveraging transferable skills from the military (source: globalwindservice.com). GWS has not reported any major acquisitions or mergers during this period but has achieved LEEA certification for inspections, underscoring their focus on quality and safety (source: bitscale.ai).
Working There
GWS hires for a variety of roles, including wind turbine technicians, blade specialists, project management, and back-office positions, as well as transitions for former military personnel to field and support work (source: globalwindservice.com). There are openings in local business units across Europe, the USA, and the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting the company's global presence and growth (source: globalwindservice.com). The company culture emphasizes a family-like atmosphere from day one, focusing on flexibility, problem-solving, and cross-cultural awareness among the 39 nationalities working there (source: globalwindservice.com).
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Job Description
At Global Wind Service (GWS), we believe in driving the global green transition by delivering world‑class wind turbine installation and service solutions. With operations across continents and a diverse, highly skilled workforce, we support wind projects from planning to execution - safely, efficiently, and with uncompromising professionalism.
As we continue to scale, we are strengthening our strategic and operational backbone. To support this growth, we are seeking a Director of Integrated Planning - a key leader who will ensure our people, capabilities, and operations are aligned to meet the demands of tomorrow.
Your Impact
As Director of Integrated Planning, you will lead one of the most critical functions within GWS. You will own the end‑to‑end planning and resourcing mandate, ensuring the right people with the right skills are deployed at the right time. Your leadership will enable safe, predictable, and profitable delivery across our global project portfolio.
You will also be at the forefront of digital transformation, driving our transition from manual processes to AI‑supported, automated, data‑driven planning. Your decisions will shape planning quality, technician satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial and commercial performance across the business.
The role is central in GWS' aspirations in becoming best-in class regarding project planning and supporting the company's ambition to maintain industry-leading performance in installation and maintenance services. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and international offices, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement across the global organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Tactical Planning
- Own strategic workforce planning, ensuring long-term alignment between demand and capacity
- Lead tactical scheduling across regions and divisions, governing clear planning cadences
Operational Excellence
- Ensure high-quality resource allocation balancing commercial, HSE, and delivery priorities
- Optimize travel and accommodation planning to improve efficiency and technician well-being
Digital & Data Transformation
- Drive digitalization and automation of planning processes, including AI-supported solutions
- Own planning data foundations, competencies, and KPI governance
Leadership & Business Partnership
- Lead and develop the Integrated Planning organization
- Partner closely with Sales, HR, Finance, Division Directors, and Project Delivery
- Provide actionable insights and workforce analytics to senior leadership
Requirements
About You
You are a strategic thinker with a strong operational mindset. You create clarity in complexity, lead with confidence, and build alignment across functions and geographies.
Experience
- 8+ years within operations, planning, resource or project delivery (wind, construction, or field-based services preferred)
- Solid people leadership experience in a matrix environment
- Proven track record with workforce planning, KPI governance, and data-driven decision-making
- Strong understanding of utilization, cost drivers, and operational performance levers
- Experience driving digitalization, automation, or system transformation initiatives
Core Competencies
- Workforce & capacity planning excellence
- Operational scheduling and performance optimization
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
- Change leadership and process improvement
Personal Profile
- Analytical, structured, and proactive
- Strong communicator with influencing capability
- Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity
- Builds trust and drives alignment across teams
Education
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or related field (Master's preferred).
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About the role
March 8, 2026
Full time
Company
- Fredericia, Denmark
8+ years
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