About this role
SOV Manager d/f/m Location(s): Den Helder, North Holland, NL, 1781 AD RWE Offshore Wind Netherlands B.V. To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent RWE is looking for an experienced and motivated SOV Manager to lead the operation of the OranjeWind Offshore Wind Farm, located 85 kilometres off the coast of Den Helder. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted daily operation of the Service Operations Vessel (SOV). Acting as RWE's senior representative on board, you will coordinate between RWE, Vestas, and the vessel crew to ensure that offshore activities are carried out safely and effectively.
You will report to the Production Manager and work a 14 days on / 14 days off rotation, together with your counterpart in a back-to-back setup. OranjeWind is a 795 MW offshore wind farm equipped with the latest Vestas V236-15 MW turbines and is expected to enter operation in April 2027. During the first five years of operation, turbine maintenance will be delivered by Vestas in close cooperation with RWE, while RWE will be responsible for the Balance of Plant scope.
About the role
- Senior RWE representative aboard the SOV, managing interfaces with the vessel operator and Vestas.
- Lead and coordinate RWE personnel onboard on a day-to-day basis.
- Champion RWE's Zero Incident Policy and ensure compliance with all HSE requirements.
- Coordinate with Production, Maintenance and Planning teams to deliver safe, efficient offshore activities.
- Act as the main operational contact between RWE, contractors and the vessel crew.
- Ensure effective use of the SOV and daughter craft while supporting contract management.
- Provide backup to the Maintenance Coordinator and help improve offshore logistics and operational interfaces.
- Lead emergency response and crisis-management activities when required.
Job requirements and experience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, or equival...