Control Centre Operator
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Production Management
In short
Vattenfall is seeking a Control Centre Operator in Esbjerg, Denmark, to monitor and optimize wind turbines and transformer stations in real time, responding to alarms and ensuring safe operations. The role requires a technical education (electrician, wind turbine technician, or similar), experience with electrical systems, fluent Danish and English, and the ability to thrive in a shift work environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitoring and optimizing wind turbines and transformer stations in real time
- Responding quickly to alarms and unforeseen errors to minimize downtime
- Planning and performing switching operations under Wind Electrical Safety Rules (WESR)
- Handling permits and ensuring proper return to normal operation after maintenance or incidents
- Ensuring open communication with internal teams and external authorities
- Preparing precise operational reports and contributing to the coordination of grid balance
- Identifying and sharing opportunities for process improvements
Requirements
- Technical education as an electrician, wind turbine technician, or similar
- Experience with electrical systems or wind turbine operations
- Experience from a control room is an advantage
- Ability to thrive with shift work and keep your head cool under pressure
- Good IT skills and ability to navigate digital systems confidently
- Fluent Danish and English (spoken and written)
- Strong safety focus and systematic, collaborative work approach
- Ability to make independent decisions and communicate clearly
- Living within daily transport distance of Esbjerg
- Security clearance from the Danish Energy Agency
Benefits
- Opportunity to make a real-world difference
- Shaping your own working environment and career
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Progressive, inclusive culture
- Chance to work with industry best
- Vital role within interdisciplinary teams
- Support from committed colleagues ('Ask and Share' concept)
- Attractive employment conditions
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
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Company
Vattenfall
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Esbjerg, Denmark
Qualification
Diploma
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