Team Leader - Maintenance

Job Description

Vestas is a major leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Vestas Technology & Operations > Manufacturing > Maintenance

V162 Blades: Engineering, Lead Worker

Responsibilities

• EHS & Quality Compliance: Ensure all shift activities strictly comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, while adhering to company health, safety, environment, and security policies.
• Team Leadership & Supervision: Supervise, audit, and coordinate shift-based technical teams (Mould, Electrical, or Mechanical) to ensure proper maintenance execution, safety discipline, and 5S compliance.
• Composite Tooling & Surface Maintenance: Oversee and execute composite mould tooling, precise equipment installation, and dedicated mould surface maintenance/fault repairs to ensure quick delivery back to production.
• Rapid Breakdown Response: Drive a fast-response culture to address user-department requests immediately, minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing plant manufacturing efficiency.
• Preventative & Routine Maintenance: Plan, schedule, and execute routine maintenance, equipment inspections, and thermal/vacuum scanning to prevent process failures and operational losses.
• Technical Troubleshooting & Repair: Oversee and execute hands-on technical repairs, including mould surface/heating system faults, electrical/electronic sub-functions, and plant mechanical machinery.
• Utility & Infrastructure Management: Take responsibility for the seamless operation and backup tracking of auxiliary facilities, including water, pressurized air/vacuum systems, generators, and A/C centers.
• Continuous Improvement & Documentation: Draft standard operating and safety instructions, update technical databases/drawings, and execute engineering improvement projects to upgrade the plant with latest technologies.

Qualifications

• Requires an ITI, 12th, or Diploma with a minimum of 12 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience and a good proficiency in English.

Competencies

• Ability to connect with both Global and Regional teams
• Strong technical reporting and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment and be flexible to meet new requirements
• Detail-oriented with a systematic, solution-focused approach
• Cross-functional multi-tasking and coordination skills

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development possibilities in an inspiring environment at an established wind turbine blade manufacturer. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a significant technical commitment.

Additional Information

Your primary site location will be in Chennai.

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 18th July 2026.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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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