Join Us in Powering the Future of Renewable Energy

Are you passionate about green energy and looking to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing international organization?

At Muehlhan Wind Service, we are driven by a shared ambition to support the global energy transition. Through the expertise, dedication, and commitment of our people, we deliver high-quality solutions that contribute to lowering the cost of green energy worldwide.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in a thriving and purpose-driven environment, Muehlhan Wind Service could be the place for you.

About the role

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our Compensation and Analytics team. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 600 employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.

About the role

The Payroll Specialist execute and/or oversees payroll processing, maintaining payroll files, time entry data, and monitors compliance with labour laws. Acting as a link between employee rewards and business strategy, the Payroll Specialist supports salary benchmarking, bonus plans, and process improvements for efficiency and consistency. The Payroll Specialist reports to Head of Compensation and Analytics.

Key responsibilities

• Administer and analyse employee compensation programs, including salary, bonuses, and incentive plans, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with legal and company standards.

• Conduct salary benchmarking and job evaluations to support equitable pay practices across the organization.

• Oversee payroll and salary processing, ensuring accurate calculation and timely payment of wages, taxes, social contributions, and statutory obligations.

• Maintain and update HR, payroll, and time management systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to support payroll and salary reporting, audits, and compensation-related inquiries.

• Identify opportunities to improve compensation, payroll, and salary processes, policies, and documentation for efficiency and consistency.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in payroll management, ideally handling large employee populations

• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, and compliance

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

• Experience with uMan Expert software is a strong plus

• Good knowledge in english (minimum level is B2)

What we offer

• Health insurance and Mental Health Support

• Employee Assistance Program (Workplace Options)

• Flexible working arrangements

• Career development opportunities

• International exposure within a dynamic and fast-growing environment.

• Continuous training and development

• Regular team-building activities and celebration events

• Meal allowance (paid in meal card)

• Free fruit, snacks and soft drinks in the office

Equal Opportunities Statement

Muehlhan Wind Services is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

How to apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Location: Mortágua, Portugal

Start Date: As soon as possible

About Muehlhan Wind Service

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world-leading, full-scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions global wind energy clients.

Headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, MWS is part of the Muehlhan Group, an international industrial services company based in Hamburg, Germany. With operations spanning multiple countries and business units, we deliver specialized solutions across the entire lifecycle of wind energy assets, both onshore and offshore.

Our expertise covers a wide range of services, including onshore and offshore installation, high-voltage and electrical services, blade inspections and repairs, statutory inspections, main component exchange, paint, special projects, manpower solutions, welding repairs, and more.

At Muehlhan Wind Service, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a collaborative, international, and safety-driven environment where talented professionals can grow, make an impact, and contribute to the global transition towards renewable energy.

If you are passionate about working in a dynamic industry and want to be part of a team that is helping shape the future of sustainable energy, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please visit www.muehlhan.com.