Lead Technician (M/F), Lussac les Châteaux

As a Lead Technician at Vestas

As a Lead Technician at Vestas, you play a key role in the performance and safety of our operations. You do more than maintain wind turbines: you support field teams, develop their skills, and help ensure the delivery of safe, sustainable, and reliable energy to the communities around us.

This role is designed for individuals who want to use their technical expertise to support others, take on operational responsibilities, and have a direct impact on team performance. Here, your leadership, experience, and ability to solve complex challenges contribute to the collective success of the organization every day.

This is a role where technical expertise meets leadership. When teams succeed, develop their skills, and perform their work safely thanks to your guidance, the entire organization moves forward.

What You'll Do

• Act as a technical reference and role model for safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Support and coach technicians in their daily activities, ensuring compliance with procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
• Assist the Supervisor in coordinating maintenance operations in the field.
• Monitor maintenance activities and contribute to the development of team capabilities.
• Participate in complex interventions requiring a high level of technical expertise and troubleshooting skills.
• Use specialized diagnostic and analytical tools and support others in their effective use.
• Ensure the quality of documentation and reporting across company systems.
• Contribute to the implementation of new processes, working methods, and best practices.
• Participate in the training and development of technicians and ST Operators.
• Support the Supervisor in monitoring team competency development and progression plans.
• In certain situations, act as the primary customer contact for on-site operational activities.

What You'll Benefit From

At Vestas, you will further develop your technical expertise and leadership capabilities within a fast-growing industry.

• You will work in an environment where your experience is recognized and valued.
• You will make a direct contribution to team development and continuous operational improvement.
• You will benefit from ongoing training opportunities in France and internationally to strengthen both your technical and leadership skills.
• You will work with cutting-edge technologies and the best practices of a global leader in wind energy.
• You will join a team where safety is an absolute priority and a shared responsibility.

Every decision, every field coaching activity, and every intervention are guided by a simple belief: the best performance is achieved when everyone returns home safely.

By joining Vestas, you will benefit from a structured onboarding program, career opportunities into leadership or specialist positions, and the support of an international company with more than 40 years of experience in renewable energy.

You will also benefit from:

• A competitive compensation package.
• Management-level status (Cadre).
• Additional days off.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Profit-sharing and incentive schemes.
• Benefits and programs that support your well-being and professional development.

This is a career that will allow you to share your expertise, develop others, and actively contribute to the future of sustainable energy.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience

• Technical qualification in industrial maintenance, electrical engineering, mechanics, hydraulics, or a related field.
• Solid experience in industrial maintenance or the wind energy sector.
• Proven expertise in diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Experience in, or a strong interest in, technical coaching and developing team capabilities.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skills

• Natural leadership and the ability to inspire and engage teams.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to transfer knowledge effectively.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with teams, stakeholders, and customers.
• Proficiency with technical maintenance and diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Fluent French and a level of English that enables success in an international environment.
• Responsiveness, adaptability, and a strong sense of responsibility.

If you are looking to use your expertise to support others, guide technical teams toward excellence, and contribute to delivering sustainable energy to communities, then this opportunity is for you.

Join Vestas and help our teams grow while powering the communities of tomorrow.

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.

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD

 
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process

About Vestas

 
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.