Lead the scale-up of a new manufacturing site and shape its success from day one as our new Site Manager.
Driven by significant growth, Vestas aircoil is expanding its manufacturing footprint and is now preparing to establish operations at a new 55,000 sq. ft. production site in Peterlee. To lead this journey, we are looking for a Site Manager who will play a key role in taking the site from setup to stable, high-performing service, production and operations relating to multiple product groups.
This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of a new site and shape the organization, culture, and ways of working from an early stage. The role combines strategic responsibility with strong hands-on involvement and is ideal for a leader who thrives in dynamic, build-and-scale environments.
What you will be doing
In this role, you will lead the establishment and ongoing performance of the site. Your responsibilities will include:
* Establishing and scaling service business and manufacturing operations, from initial setup to stable high performance.
* Taking full responsibility for the site’s business and operational results including safety and quality.
* Ensuring compliance with local legislation and company standards.
* Recruiting, leading, and developing operational teams across production, supply chain, quality, maintenance, and logistics.
* Creating strong alignment between the site, group functions, and senior leadership.
We imagine you bring
* A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or a comparable field.
* Solid management experience from an order-driven manufacturing environment.
* A strong track record in project-based and make-to-order production, ideally within heavy or industrial manufacturing.
* Experience supporting both internal stakeholders and external customers, including service-oriented or aftermarket activities.
* A visible, hands-on leadership style, with a natural presence close to operations and the shop floor.
Who you will be part of
You will join the Vestas aircoil group, a family-owned global manufacturing company with Danish roots and nearly 70 years of expertise in engine cooling solutions. With an advanced R&D center in Denmark and production sites in Denmark, the UK, the US, Romania, and China, we combine sustainable innovation with a strong international presence.
You will work closely with an international leadership and operations network while building and leading a new local site organization in Peterlee.
Apply now
If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, please apply directly via LinkedIn. We review applications on an ongoing basis and will close the position once we find the right candidate.
For questions, contact HR Generalist, Ksenija Madzule at kma@vestas-aircoil.com.