Managing Director – Wind Turbine Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a senior leader to drive both the commercial growth and operational excellence of a new wind turbine manufacturing plant. The role combines business development with hands‑on plant leadership to ensure the facility delivers on its sales commitments.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute commercial strategy to win new orders and build strategic partnerships.
• Lead business development activities, cultivating customer relationships across the Nordics, Spain and GCC.
• Own operational performance of the manufacturing plant, implementing lean manufacturing and continuous‑improvement practices.
• Ensure the plant meets quality, safety and delivery targets while aligning with overall corporate goals.

Required profile

• Proven track record in wind turbine manufacturing or a closely related capital‑equipment sector.
• Strong commercial development experience with a history of winning and expanding business.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, preferably lean and continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Credibility to lead a manufacturing organization and act as the commercial face of the business.
• Willingness to be based in the Nordics, Spain or the GCC.

Required skills

• Wind turbine manufacturing expertise
• Commercial development and sales acumen
• Lean manufacturing implementation
• Continuous improvement techniques
• Leadership of large‑scale industrial operations

What we offer

• Permanent senior‑level position within a confidential gigawatt‑scale energy platform.
• Opportunity to shape a new manufacturing operation from the ground up.
• Competitive compensation package (details confidential).