Head of Department - Converter Control

Overview

Lead the Converter Control department, ensuring strategic, technical and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• legal signatory
• team leadership
• facility interface
• technical guidance
• compliance liaison
• process planning

Tasks

-Serve as a UK legal and financial signatory -Build and maintain a high-performing team with the right mix of competencies and leadership roles -Interface with UK Real Estates for facility-related matters -Provide technical sparring and guidance to team members -Liaise with UK HR Business Partners and EHS community, ensuring compliance with UK safety standards -Oversee recruitment and development of graduates in the UK Graduate Scheme -Conduct regular 1:1s with direct reports, Functional Leaders, UK Team Leads, and cross-functional stakeholders -Ensure robust planning, efficient processes, and seamless interfaces with other departments -Act as Individual Contributor Manager (ICM) for UK-based team members -Foster strong vertical communication between Engineering Leadership (EL) and the Control Department

Requirements

• technical expertise
• communication
• relevant degree
• control systems
• leadership
• ehs

What You Bring

-Strong technical background with the ability to mentor and guide engineers -Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills -Degree in a relevant field or equivalent demonstrable experience -Proven leadership experience in control systems or related engineering fields -Familiarity with UK HR, EHS, and legal frameworks is a plus

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Benefits

-Flexible working arrangements. -Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. -Generous vacation and paid time off policies. -Opportunities for career growth and development. -Employee recognition programs and awards. -Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

About Siemens Gamesa

-A global leader in the renewable energy sector, specializing in wind turbine technology. -Driving the growth of wind power across the world. -Enabling the transition to cleaner energy through wind turbine designs for onshore and offshore markets. -Supporting the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions. -Involved in some of the world’s largest and most challenging wind projects, including offshore farms in Europe and Asia. -Pioneering advances in turbine design and efficiency with a strong emphasis on innovation. -Offering a wide range of services, including maintenance, optimization, and digitalization of wind power plants. -Shaping the future of renewable energy technologies as a major player in the wind energy market.

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