Operational Readiness Manager – Offshore Balance of Plant (BoP) (all genders)

Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy! Skyborn’s flagship project, the Gennaker offshore wind farm , has just received its construction and operations permit – a major milestone for what will become one of the largest offshore wind projects in the German Baltic Sea. With an installed capacity of 976.5 MW , Gennaker is set to deliver around 4 TW h of green electricity annually, enough to power approximately one million households. Scheduled for commissioning in 2028 , this project is not only a cornerstone of Germany’s energy transition but also a benchmark for sustainable innovation. Be part of a team that turns ambition into reality and helps secure a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Joining Skyborn means being a part of a global offshore wind leading developer with more than two decades of experience and a proven track record across the full project lifecycle – from early development to construction and long-term operations. You’ll work with 300+ committed, purpose-driven colleagues, take responsibility early, and grow in a collaborative, international environment where safety, integrity, and teamwork guide how we deliver results.

If you want your skills to make a tangible difference and to help build what tomorrow will run on, Gennaker offers a meaningful next step.

Become part of our Hamburg or Bremen team as

Operational Readiness Manager – Offshore Balance of Plant (BoP) (all genders)

Your future tasks:

• Develop and deliver Offshore Balance of Plant (BoP) operational readiness strategies covering substations, inter-array and export cables, and associated offshore infrastructure from early development through commissioning.
• Embed operational, maintainability, accessibility, and reliability requirements into BoP design through close collaboration with engineering, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Define, plan, and execute BoP readiness activities, including readiness reviews, technical workshops, and risk assessments, ensuring all systems and interfaces are validated prior to O&M handover.
• Act as the technical focal point for BoP operational readiness, providing specialist guidance and support to internal teams, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Support and manage tendering and contract negotiations for BoP O&M service agreements, ensuring alignment with technical, safety, and commercial requirements.
• Support commissioning-to-operations transition by verifying system performance, operational functionality, and readiness of maintenance teams, while contributing to standardisation and continuous improvement of BoP O&M practices.

Your profile:

• You have a degree in Engineering and extensive professional experience in the O&M of complex infrastructure projects.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in offshore wind farm operations or a similar role within the renewable energy sector.
• You can manage complex processes in a structured manner and maintain an overview even when working at a fast pace.
• You are a strong communicator and understand project work primarily as teamwork.
• Fluent English (written and spoken), German language skills are an asset.
• High willingness to travel at national and international level.

Our benefits:

• Permanent employment in an international company where you make a difference in the renewable energy sector.
• Flexible ways of working: Mobile office regulation of 40% per week.
• Enjoy your vacation of 30 days, extended with possible unpaid vacation days.
• A modern work environment with open doors and room for your own ideas in a friendly, modern working environment.
• Learning and Development Opportunities to support your personal and professional growth.
• Our company celebrations, team events and get togethers are extraordinary.
• We care for your wellbeing, our Employee Assistance Program offers training and counselling to support your wellbeing.
• Other employee benefits depending on location: capital-forming benefits, subsidised company pension plan, company bicycle leasing (business bike) and company fitness (EGYM Wellpass).

We look forward to receiving your application!