We're seeking a dynamic forward-thinking Commercial lead with commercial experience. You will be open minded, happy to work on your own or as part of a team. You will be the responsible person for all commercial and contractual functions, assisting to develop the required administrative processes and reporting necessary for delivery associated with Mercator IT Solutions. As the Commercial Lead you will Review of all client contracts. Creation, maintenance, and enforcement of policies, procedures, and governance to manage commercial risk as well as leading contractual negotiations in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team. Providing commercial insights and supporting the delivery of the organisation's long-term goals. Preparation and operation of sub-contracts and supplier agreements Preparation of contract variations Regulation liaison with the Client to ensure excellent relationships are built and maintained, and issues identified and resolved where possible, primarily with the Commercial team. Providing support to the operations team with regards contractual commercial requirements, and any related commercial implications of non-performance. Keeping abreast of legislative changes which affect our operations and contracts and ensuring this is shared with the Senior Leadership Team and any other teams affected Knowledge/Experience Previous experience of working within a Commercial team. Previous knowledge of contract models Proven experience of contract and supply negotiation Experience of assisting with the development and management of commercial processes and procedures. Line management experience. Computer literate including working knowledge of MS packages. Advanced knowledge of Excel, ie lookups, pivot tables & reporting. A high degree of financial, commercial and customer awareness Time management and planning High Attention to detail Excellent numerical and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a highly pressurised and dynamic environment. Ability to think ahead, identify new opportunities and create new and innovative approaches to work related issues. Education: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Educated to degree level OR relevant experience/qualification within a commercial role. *Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and the ability to pass BPSS vetting
18/09/2024
Full time
We're seeking a dynamic forward-thinking Commercial lead with commercial experience. You will be open minded, happy to work on your own or as part of a team. You will be the responsible person for all commercial and contractual functions, assisting to develop the required administrative processes and reporting necessary for delivery associated with Mercator IT Solutions. As the Commercial Lead you will Review of all client contracts. Creation, maintenance, and enforcement of policies, procedures, and governance to manage commercial risk as well as leading contractual negotiations in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team. Providing commercial insights and supporting the delivery of the organisation's long-term goals. Preparation and operation of sub-contracts and supplier agreements Preparation of contract variations Regulation liaison with the Client to ensure excellent relationships are built and maintained, and issues identified and resolved where possible, primarily with the Commercial team. Providing support to the operations team with regards contractual commercial requirements, and any related commercial implications of non-performance. Keeping abreast of legislative changes which affect our operations and contracts and ensuring this is shared with the Senior Leadership Team and any other teams affected Knowledge/Experience Previous experience of working within a Commercial team. Previous knowledge of contract models Proven experience of contract and supply negotiation Experience of assisting with the development and management of commercial processes and procedures. Line management experience. Computer literate including working knowledge of MS packages. Advanced knowledge of Excel, ie lookups, pivot tables & reporting. A high degree of financial, commercial and customer awareness Time management and planning High Attention to detail Excellent numerical and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a highly pressurised and dynamic environment. Ability to think ahead, identify new opportunities and create new and innovative approaches to work related issues. Education: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Educated to degree level OR relevant experience/qualification within a commercial role. *Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and the ability to pass BPSS vetting
Head of Engineering Belfast - Hybrid Permanent £100,000 - £110,000 plus share options + much more *Must be eligible for SC Clearance iO Associates have partnered with an AI product-based consultancy who are on the lookout for a Head of Engineering to join them on a permanent basis They provide expert advice and hands-on system management to help national and global clients get the most from technology and data. They work with the newest technologies, in a highly dynamic working environment that challenges and disrupts the norm. You will lead the engineering function, driving the technical direction, development, and execution of the products, working primarily with Python and AI. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strategic mindset who can inspire and build a high-performance engineering culture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering initiatives with business objectives, foster an agile and innovative environment, and scale the team internationally To be successful, you will have a wealth of experience working with Python and AI technologies, ideally with Knowledge of the Defence sector. In addition, you will have: Proven experience in engineering leadership roles within a scaleup environment Experience scaling engineering teams internationally and managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. Demonstrated success in strategic planning and execution of engineering initiatives, with a strong focus on team performance and culture Experience partnering closely with CEOs/Founders, and c-suite, Heads of and evidence of operationalising a company's product vision is essential A passion for emerging technologies (eg AI/ML, quantum computing) About what they offer: Competitive employee benefits and perks Regular in-person and online socials Flexible working practices A supportive, challenging and agile environment Promotion opportunities all year round Internal training - Tools and subscriptions provided. As well as flexible days to upskill/learn the best way you know how If you're interested, then please get in touch, I would be more than happy to discuss the role in more detail Please apply using the link or get in touch
18/09/2024
Full time
Head of Engineering Belfast - Hybrid Permanent £100,000 - £110,000 plus share options + much more *Must be eligible for SC Clearance iO Associates have partnered with an AI product-based consultancy who are on the lookout for a Head of Engineering to join them on a permanent basis They provide expert advice and hands-on system management to help national and global clients get the most from technology and data. They work with the newest technologies, in a highly dynamic working environment that challenges and disrupts the norm. You will lead the engineering function, driving the technical direction, development, and execution of the products, working primarily with Python and AI. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strategic mindset who can inspire and build a high-performance engineering culture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering initiatives with business objectives, foster an agile and innovative environment, and scale the team internationally To be successful, you will have a wealth of experience working with Python and AI technologies, ideally with Knowledge of the Defence sector. In addition, you will have: Proven experience in engineering leadership roles within a scaleup environment Experience scaling engineering teams internationally and managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. Demonstrated success in strategic planning and execution of engineering initiatives, with a strong focus on team performance and culture Experience partnering closely with CEOs/Founders, and c-suite, Heads of and evidence of operationalising a company's product vision is essential A passion for emerging technologies (eg AI/ML, quantum computing) About what they offer: Competitive employee benefits and perks Regular in-person and online socials Flexible working practices A supportive, challenging and agile environment Promotion opportunities all year round Internal training - Tools and subscriptions provided. As well as flexible days to upskill/learn the best way you know how If you're interested, then please get in touch, I would be more than happy to discuss the role in more detail Please apply using the link or get in touch
Genesys SME Clearance required: n/a Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid - 2-3 days a week onsite in Holborn, London IR35 Status: Mandated PAYE only We are heading up a recruitment drive for a global consultancy that require a Genesys SME to join them on a major banking project that's based in London 2 days per week. Job Description: Looking for 5-10+ years experience - main skills they are after are Genesys CX cloud and Digital implementation experience. As a Genesys Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will be responsible for providing in-depth expertise, guidance, and support for the design, implementation, and optimization of Genesys contact center solutions. Leveraging your deep understanding of Genesys technologies and best practices, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the successful deployment and ongoing management of Genesys-based contact center environments. Responsibilities: Solution Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of Genesys contact center solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, industry best practices, and scalability. Define system architecture, component configurations, integration points, and technical specifications based on business needs and objectives. Implementation and Configuration: Configure and customize Genesys software components, modules, and features to meet specific business requirements and use cases. Collaborate with internal IT teams, vendors, and partners to implement Genesys solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and applications. Technical Consultation and Support: Provide expert guidance, advice, and troubleshooting support to internal teams, customers, and partners on Genesys-related technical issues, challenges, and solutions. Serve as a trusted advisor on Genesys technologies, capabilities, and best practices, helping stakeholders maximize the value of their Genesys investments. Performance Optimization and Tuning: Identify opportunities to optimize performance, efficiency, and scalability of Genesys contact center environments through system tuning, configuration adjustments, and capacity planning. Conduct performance assessments, diagnostic analyses, and tuning activities to ensure optimal performance under varying workloads and conditions. Training and Knowledge Transfer: Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and educational materials to internal teams and stakeholders on Genesys products, features, and implementation methodologies. Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration within the organization to build internal expertise and capabilities in Genesys technologies. Vendor Management and Relationship Building: Build and maintain relationships with Genesys representatives, partners, and ecosystem vendors to stay informed about product updates, roadmap developments, and industry trends. Collaborate with Genesys ecosystem partners to leverage complementary technologies and solutions that enhance the capabilities and value proposition of Genesys contact center offerings. Skills and qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in contact center technology implementation, with a focus on Genesys solutions. Deep expertise in Genesys PureConnect, PureCloud, or PureEngage platforms, including configuration, administration, and integration capabilities. Strong understanding of contact center concepts, architectures, protocols, and standards (eg, SIP, VoIP, CTI, ACD, IVR). Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Genesys certifications such as Genesys Certified Professional (GCP), Genesys Certified Associate (GCA), or equivalent are highly desirable.
16/09/2024
Project-based
Genesys SME Clearance required: n/a Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid - 2-3 days a week onsite in Holborn, London IR35 Status: Mandated PAYE only We are heading up a recruitment drive for a global consultancy that require a Genesys SME to join them on a major banking project that's based in London 2 days per week. Job Description: Looking for 5-10+ years experience - main skills they are after are Genesys CX cloud and Digital implementation experience. As a Genesys Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will be responsible for providing in-depth expertise, guidance, and support for the design, implementation, and optimization of Genesys contact center solutions. Leveraging your deep understanding of Genesys technologies and best practices, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the successful deployment and ongoing management of Genesys-based contact center environments. Responsibilities: Solution Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of Genesys contact center solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, industry best practices, and scalability. Define system architecture, component configurations, integration points, and technical specifications based on business needs and objectives. Implementation and Configuration: Configure and customize Genesys software components, modules, and features to meet specific business requirements and use cases. Collaborate with internal IT teams, vendors, and partners to implement Genesys solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and applications. Technical Consultation and Support: Provide expert guidance, advice, and troubleshooting support to internal teams, customers, and partners on Genesys-related technical issues, challenges, and solutions. Serve as a trusted advisor on Genesys technologies, capabilities, and best practices, helping stakeholders maximize the value of their Genesys investments. Performance Optimization and Tuning: Identify opportunities to optimize performance, efficiency, and scalability of Genesys contact center environments through system tuning, configuration adjustments, and capacity planning. Conduct performance assessments, diagnostic analyses, and tuning activities to ensure optimal performance under varying workloads and conditions. Training and Knowledge Transfer: Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and educational materials to internal teams and stakeholders on Genesys products, features, and implementation methodologies. Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration within the organization to build internal expertise and capabilities in Genesys technologies. Vendor Management and Relationship Building: Build and maintain relationships with Genesys representatives, partners, and ecosystem vendors to stay informed about product updates, roadmap developments, and industry trends. Collaborate with Genesys ecosystem partners to leverage complementary technologies and solutions that enhance the capabilities and value proposition of Genesys contact center offerings. Skills and qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in contact center technology implementation, with a focus on Genesys solutions. Deep expertise in Genesys PureConnect, PureCloud, or PureEngage platforms, including configuration, administration, and integration capabilities. Strong understanding of contact center concepts, architectures, protocols, and standards (eg, SIP, VoIP, CTI, ACD, IVR). Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Genesys certifications such as Genesys Certified Professional (GCP), Genesys Certified Associate (GCA), or equivalent are highly desirable.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Shift Gas Operator to join a World Leading Energy Trading Company. When you join this Trading team, you'll become part of a diverse international team of experts who challenge conventional ideas, test new approaches and think outside the box. Energy markets evolve rapidly so our team needs to remain agile, flexible and ready to spot opportunities across all the markets we trade in: power, gas, LNG, LPG, oil and environmental products. Make a difference and help shape the future of energy. Job Description: Department: Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is a Front Office support team that provides operational controls under strict deadlines to contribute towards the company's commercial success Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is responsible for operating the gas supply, demand and trade activities. This involves ensuring nominations (requests for gas delivery), scheduling, capacity and transportation requests are actioned on a daily basis across the UK and Continent within capacity limitations, with the prime objective of minimising financial penalties imposed under the relevant system operating regime and maximising any opportunities and a 24/7 shift team is in place to facilitate this. The department is further responsible for executing all operational and shipping tasks associated with delivery and ongoing processing of LNG/LPG/Biofuels cargoes. These tasks include operational notifications to suppliers, communication with LNG/LPG/Biofuels terminal operators, agents and natural gas pipelines, as well as capturing all of this information in internal systems in a timely and accurate manner. Position purpose: Reporting to the Gas Operations Supervisor this is a 24/7 role managing the time critical operations of the business' UK and Pan-European natural gas portfolio. Main responsibilities: - Responsible for meticulously completing daily task lists around gas physical position management, transportation logistics and gas storage operations - Scheduling of physical gas positions at European Hubs, Borders, Entry/Exit Points (IP's/VIP's) and Storages and waiting for their confirmations - Liaising with Gas Traders to balance positions through spot exchanges trading (EEX,ICE, ) and capacity auctions (PRISMA, EUstream, ) - Out of business hours trading activities based on defined triggers - Develop commercial skills through trading spreads across Europe - Optimizing gas storages and interconnector flows out of hours and reacting to cuts/scaling notices - Maximising the position value of different books by identifying arbitrage trading opportunities and communicating this to the trading desk - Conducting daily agency services for company Group entities - Flexibility to carry out additional duties as required - Assisting in drafting and reviewing relevant operational procedures and effectively communicating and implementing these. - Liaising with the IT desk by testing/reviewing new implemented tools - Training of new operators Experience required: - Working experience in a Gas Operator role preferred - Applied knowledge of energy markets specifically UK and Pan-European natural gas networks - Strong understanding of balancing mechanisms/day ahead/intraday nomination deadlines and matching - Experience working with all the major TSOs' portals, as well as Prisma, Trayport, WebICE, EEX - Experience of working in a Front Office operations team to strict deadlines beneficial - Ability to demonstrate a commercially focused attitude towards the optimisation of the portfolio - Technical requirements Degree level preferred: - Excel and analytical skills - FCA qualified (ideal but not essential) - Knowledge of additional European language beneficial - Have excellent logical skills Person specification: - Self-starter who can deliver desired responsibilities with limited oversight - Due to time critical nature of operations, must be able to work under pressure and retain attention to detail - Strong numerical skills - Good attention to details - Strong communicator comfortable working with traders, originators and other stakeholders - Team player - Problem solver with a high level of analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manner Hours of work: 24/7 Shift Rotation including some on-call requirements 9 week shift rotation Max 52 hours per week This needs combining with a positive attitude and an ability to work within a large, globally dispersed project team in a multi-cultural environment. You also need to be a self-starter, a logical thinker and a quick learner, with strong initiative and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to write clearly and concisely. We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Specialising within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and TV & Entertainment, Eaglecliff Recruitment is ISO accredited, a Member of REC and listed within the top 4% for Financial stability by Dun & Bradstreet. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a reply within one hour. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.
16/09/2024
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a Shift Gas Operator to join a World Leading Energy Trading Company. When you join this Trading team, you'll become part of a diverse international team of experts who challenge conventional ideas, test new approaches and think outside the box. Energy markets evolve rapidly so our team needs to remain agile, flexible and ready to spot opportunities across all the markets we trade in: power, gas, LNG, LPG, oil and environmental products. Make a difference and help shape the future of energy. Job Description: Department: Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is a Front Office support team that provides operational controls under strict deadlines to contribute towards the company's commercial success Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is responsible for operating the gas supply, demand and trade activities. This involves ensuring nominations (requests for gas delivery), scheduling, capacity and transportation requests are actioned on a daily basis across the UK and Continent within capacity limitations, with the prime objective of minimising financial penalties imposed under the relevant system operating regime and maximising any opportunities and a 24/7 shift team is in place to facilitate this. The department is further responsible for executing all operational and shipping tasks associated with delivery and ongoing processing of LNG/LPG/Biofuels cargoes. These tasks include operational notifications to suppliers, communication with LNG/LPG/Biofuels terminal operators, agents and natural gas pipelines, as well as capturing all of this information in internal systems in a timely and accurate manner. Position purpose: Reporting to the Gas Operations Supervisor this is a 24/7 role managing the time critical operations of the business' UK and Pan-European natural gas portfolio. Main responsibilities: - Responsible for meticulously completing daily task lists around gas physical position management, transportation logistics and gas storage operations - Scheduling of physical gas positions at European Hubs, Borders, Entry/Exit Points (IP's/VIP's) and Storages and waiting for their confirmations - Liaising with Gas Traders to balance positions through spot exchanges trading (EEX,ICE, ) and capacity auctions (PRISMA, EUstream, ) - Out of business hours trading activities based on defined triggers - Develop commercial skills through trading spreads across Europe - Optimizing gas storages and interconnector flows out of hours and reacting to cuts/scaling notices - Maximising the position value of different books by identifying arbitrage trading opportunities and communicating this to the trading desk - Conducting daily agency services for company Group entities - Flexibility to carry out additional duties as required - Assisting in drafting and reviewing relevant operational procedures and effectively communicating and implementing these. - Liaising with the IT desk by testing/reviewing new implemented tools - Training of new operators Experience required: - Working experience in a Gas Operator role preferred - Applied knowledge of energy markets specifically UK and Pan-European natural gas networks - Strong understanding of balancing mechanisms/day ahead/intraday nomination deadlines and matching - Experience working with all the major TSOs' portals, as well as Prisma, Trayport, WebICE, EEX - Experience of working in a Front Office operations team to strict deadlines beneficial - Ability to demonstrate a commercially focused attitude towards the optimisation of the portfolio - Technical requirements Degree level preferred: - Excel and analytical skills - FCA qualified (ideal but not essential) - Knowledge of additional European language beneficial - Have excellent logical skills Person specification: - Self-starter who can deliver desired responsibilities with limited oversight - Due to time critical nature of operations, must be able to work under pressure and retain attention to detail - Strong numerical skills - Good attention to details - Strong communicator comfortable working with traders, originators and other stakeholders - Team player - Problem solver with a high level of analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manner Hours of work: 24/7 Shift Rotation including some on-call requirements 9 week shift rotation Max 52 hours per week This needs combining with a positive attitude and an ability to work within a large, globally dispersed project team in a multi-cultural environment. You also need to be a self-starter, a logical thinker and a quick learner, with strong initiative and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to write clearly and concisely. We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Specialising within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and TV & Entertainment, Eaglecliff Recruitment is ISO accredited, a Member of REC and listed within the top 4% for Financial stability by Dun & Bradstreet. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a reply within one hour. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.
Head Of Waste Services - 6-month contract - Up to £500 per day Inside IR35 Location: Stoke - On - Trent Loriens leading public sector client are looking to recruit a Head of Waste Services to their expanding team on an initial 6-month acontract. The individual will direct the operational activities in relation to Waste Services and manage the service and carry the principal strategic lead on statutory duties ensuring the provision of effective services in accordance with legislation and policies and procedures. Key responsibilities: To work with the Portfolio Holder and Director to ensure that the services efficiently and effectively deliver the requirements that they are statutorily compliant and developed in a timely manner to be best able to meet future opportunities and threats. To develop and maintain up to date local, regional and sub-regional market intelligence in order to identify opportunities and to direct such resources as are necessary to secure financially advantageous. To maintain effective relationships with elected representatives (including senior politicians) to both build the confidence of those representatives in the service and to maintain a strong, up-to-date understanding of the political direction, expectations and the sensitivities associated there with Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
13/09/2024
Project-based
Head Of Waste Services - 6-month contract - Up to £500 per day Inside IR35 Location: Stoke - On - Trent Loriens leading public sector client are looking to recruit a Head of Waste Services to their expanding team on an initial 6-month acontract. The individual will direct the operational activities in relation to Waste Services and manage the service and carry the principal strategic lead on statutory duties ensuring the provision of effective services in accordance with legislation and policies and procedures. Key responsibilities: To work with the Portfolio Holder and Director to ensure that the services efficiently and effectively deliver the requirements that they are statutorily compliant and developed in a timely manner to be best able to meet future opportunities and threats. To develop and maintain up to date local, regional and sub-regional market intelligence in order to identify opportunities and to direct such resources as are necessary to secure financially advantageous. To maintain effective relationships with elected representatives (including senior politicians) to both build the confidence of those representatives in the service and to maintain a strong, up-to-date understanding of the political direction, expectations and the sensitivities associated there with Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Shift Gas Operator to join a World Leading Energy Trading Company. When you join this Trading team, you'll become part of a diverse international team of experts who challenge conventional ideas, test new approaches and think outside the box. Energy markets evolve rapidly so our team needs to remain agile, flexible and ready to spot opportunities across all the markets we trade in: power, gas, LNG, LPG, oil and environmental products. Make a difference and help shape the future of energy. Job Description: Department: Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is a Front Office support team that provides operational controls under strict deadlines to contribute towards the company's commercial success Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is responsible for operating the gas supply, demand and trade activities. This involves ensuring nominations (requests for gas delivery), scheduling, capacity and transportation requests are actioned on a daily basis across the UK and Continent within capacity limitations, with the prime objective of minimising financial penalties imposed under the relevant system operating regime and maximising any opportunities and a 24/7 shift team is in place to facilitate this. The department is further responsible for executing all operational and shipping tasks associated with delivery and ongoing processing of LNG/LPG/Biofuels cargoes. These tasks include operational notifications to suppliers, communication with LNG/LPG/Biofuels terminal operators, agents and natural gas pipelines, as well as capturing all of this information in internal systems in a timely and accurate manner. Position purpose: Reporting to the Gas Operations Supervisor this is a 24/7 role managing the time critical operations of the business' UK and Pan-European natural gas portfolio. Main responsibilities: - Responsible for meticulously completing daily task lists around gas physical position management, transportation logistics and gas storage operations - Scheduling of physical gas positions at European Hubs, Borders, Entry/Exit Points (IP's/VIP's) and Storages and waiting for their confirmations - Liaising with Gas Traders to balance positions through spot exchanges trading (EEX,ICE, ) and capacity auctions (PRISMA, EUstream, ) - Out of business hours trading activities based on defined triggers - Develop commercial skills through trading spreads across Europe - Optimizing gas storages and interconnector flows out of hours and reacting to cuts/scaling notices - Maximising the position value of different books by identifying arbitrage trading opportunities and communicating this to the trading desk - Conducting daily agency services for company Group entities - Flexibility to carry out additional duties as required - Assisting in drafting and reviewing relevant operational procedures and effectively communicating and implementing these. - Liaising with the IT desk by testing/reviewing new implemented tools - Training of new operators Experience required: - Working experience in a Gas Operator role preferred - Applied knowledge of energy markets specifically UK and Pan-European natural gas networks - Strong understanding of balancing mechanisms/day ahead/intraday nomination deadlines and matching - Experience working with all the major TSOs' portals, as well as Prisma, Trayport, WebICE, EEX - Experience of working in a Front Office operations team to strict deadlines beneficial - Ability to demonstrate a commercially focused attitude towards the optimisation of the portfolio - Technical requirements Degree level preferred: - Excel and analytical skills - FCA qualified (ideal but not essential) - Knowledge of additional European language beneficial - Have excellent logical skills Person specification: - Self-starter who can deliver desired responsibilities with limited oversight - Due to time critical nature of operations, must be able to work under pressure and retain attention to detail - Strong numerical skills - Good attention to details - Strong communicator comfortable working with traders, originators and other stakeholders - Team player - Problem solver with a high level of analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manner Hours of work: 24/7 Shift Rotation including some on-call requirements 9 week shift rotation Max 52 hours per week This needs combining with a positive attitude and an ability to work within a large, globally dispersed project team in a multi-cultural environment. You also need to be a self-starter, a logical thinker and a quick learner, with strong initiative and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to write clearly and concisely. We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Specialising within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and TV & Entertainment, Eaglecliff Recruitment is ISO accredited, a Member of REC and listed within the top 4% for Financial stability by Dun & Bradstreet. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a reply within one hour. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.
13/09/2024
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a Shift Gas Operator to join a World Leading Energy Trading Company. When you join this Trading team, you'll become part of a diverse international team of experts who challenge conventional ideas, test new approaches and think outside the box. Energy markets evolve rapidly so our team needs to remain agile, flexible and ready to spot opportunities across all the markets we trade in: power, gas, LNG, LPG, oil and environmental products. Make a difference and help shape the future of energy. Job Description: Department: Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is a Front Office support team that provides operational controls under strict deadlines to contribute towards the company's commercial success Gas and Liquid Fuels Operations is responsible for operating the gas supply, demand and trade activities. This involves ensuring nominations (requests for gas delivery), scheduling, capacity and transportation requests are actioned on a daily basis across the UK and Continent within capacity limitations, with the prime objective of minimising financial penalties imposed under the relevant system operating regime and maximising any opportunities and a 24/7 shift team is in place to facilitate this. The department is further responsible for executing all operational and shipping tasks associated with delivery and ongoing processing of LNG/LPG/Biofuels cargoes. These tasks include operational notifications to suppliers, communication with LNG/LPG/Biofuels terminal operators, agents and natural gas pipelines, as well as capturing all of this information in internal systems in a timely and accurate manner. Position purpose: Reporting to the Gas Operations Supervisor this is a 24/7 role managing the time critical operations of the business' UK and Pan-European natural gas portfolio. Main responsibilities: - Responsible for meticulously completing daily task lists around gas physical position management, transportation logistics and gas storage operations - Scheduling of physical gas positions at European Hubs, Borders, Entry/Exit Points (IP's/VIP's) and Storages and waiting for their confirmations - Liaising with Gas Traders to balance positions through spot exchanges trading (EEX,ICE, ) and capacity auctions (PRISMA, EUstream, ) - Out of business hours trading activities based on defined triggers - Develop commercial skills through trading spreads across Europe - Optimizing gas storages and interconnector flows out of hours and reacting to cuts/scaling notices - Maximising the position value of different books by identifying arbitrage trading opportunities and communicating this to the trading desk - Conducting daily agency services for company Group entities - Flexibility to carry out additional duties as required - Assisting in drafting and reviewing relevant operational procedures and effectively communicating and implementing these. - Liaising with the IT desk by testing/reviewing new implemented tools - Training of new operators Experience required: - Working experience in a Gas Operator role preferred - Applied knowledge of energy markets specifically UK and Pan-European natural gas networks - Strong understanding of balancing mechanisms/day ahead/intraday nomination deadlines and matching - Experience working with all the major TSOs' portals, as well as Prisma, Trayport, WebICE, EEX - Experience of working in a Front Office operations team to strict deadlines beneficial - Ability to demonstrate a commercially focused attitude towards the optimisation of the portfolio - Technical requirements Degree level preferred: - Excel and analytical skills - FCA qualified (ideal but not essential) - Knowledge of additional European language beneficial - Have excellent logical skills Person specification: - Self-starter who can deliver desired responsibilities with limited oversight - Due to time critical nature of operations, must be able to work under pressure and retain attention to detail - Strong numerical skills - Good attention to details - Strong communicator comfortable working with traders, originators and other stakeholders - Team player - Problem solver with a high level of analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manner Hours of work: 24/7 Shift Rotation including some on-call requirements 9 week shift rotation Max 52 hours per week This needs combining with a positive attitude and an ability to work within a large, globally dispersed project team in a multi-cultural environment. You also need to be a self-starter, a logical thinker and a quick learner, with strong initiative and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to write clearly and concisely. We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Specialising within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and TV & Entertainment, Eaglecliff Recruitment is ISO accredited, a Member of REC and listed within the top 4% for Financial stability by Dun & Bradstreet. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a reply within one hour. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.