Python Developer - Renewables
Python Developer (Remote) - Renewables
Petroplan are pleased to be working with a Development company who are looking to recruit a Python Developer.
The ideal candidate will be somebody who is at ease working on web application development and projects involving stream data processing. Someone who has faith in their capacity to create effective back-end systems.
You would be a part of a self- sufficient group of developers with a flat organizational structure who are enthusiastic about providing our clients with high-quality outcomes.
Role and Responsibilities
Experience and Qualifications
Has experience on CI/CD pipeline setup with Jenkins, SonarQube, Git
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
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Business Development Executive
Energy Consumption - B2B - SaaS
London
Starting Salary: approx. £30,000 plus bonus (realistic OTE Year 1 £38k - £42k)
Location: Office locations - Watford or Euston
Hybrid working: max 3 days per week in the office
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a Business Development Executive for a rapidly growing business who specialise in reducing energy costs for businesses predominantly across the industrial sectors.
Responsibilities:
What you will have
* You have the ability to develop and manage a pipeline with a proven track record of handling and managing a large number of accounts simultaneously. Meeting opportunity generation targets
* A proactive and confident nature on the phone. You have the ability to initiate credible, non-scripted telephone conversations with senior executives. You can use experience and business acumen to encourage natural dialogue in order to gather information and build relationships.
* You are able to deal positively with rejection
* You know how to maintain an accurate database of contacts and transactional activity in a CRM, ideally Salesforce.
* You are willing to go the extra mile; self-directed and resourceful. You have the ability to work alone and also as part of a bigger team.
* Whilst not essential, a degree level with a marketing, business or engineering focus preferred.
* You are clear and persuasive in verbal and written communications with highly effective use of email and telephone. You have the ability to learn and communicate the business benefits of technology solutions for the appropriate business areas.
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Contract Manager (Renewables)
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a Contract Manager on behalf of a well-established European Developer based in the UK.
Main Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Quality Manager (QA/QC)
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a Quality Manager on behalf of a well-established European Developer with project development and pipeline in place across multi-European locations.
The role is permanent and will be based in the UK.
Main Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Project Developer (Renewables)
Petroplan are pleased to be working alongside a European Developer, who are seeking proactive Project Developers to join their team in London.
The ideal candidate will need to possess an understanding of the permitting process (wind, solar, storage), interconnection, land and market frameworks involved in ensuring successful projects.
They will need to act independently to manage and advance complex projects and achieve development and permitting milestones from greenfield prospecting to construction-ready status.
Main Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Financial Director
£90k - £110k plus bonus, access to share scheme, EV car scheme other benefits
Remote based role (company HQ in London so some travel will be expected)
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a Financial Director to join an ambitious Renewables Development business in the UK.
Reporting into the Group CFO, the Financial Director will support the UK team in managing the corporate governance structure in the UK (being director of the board of the UK subsidiaries along with the UK CEO), and will be directly responsible for the set-up and day-to-day management of the financial processes, procedures, and systems (accounting, compliance, tax and VAT, treasury, planning, reporting, budgeting, cash managements, investment and divestment analysis, HR, insurances, etc) for the entities of the Group operating in the UK. The position shall set-up and manage its own team over the years.
Reporting to the UK CEO for the UK-related activities, and functionally to the group CFO based in EU for the implementation of the best practice reporting, procedures and policies, and support the business managing risk and compliance, within the Group international standards.
The FD will initially be expected to contribute approximately 30% of their time to the financial setup and management of entities operating in North America.
The FD shall develop UK processes with the intent of being used, under the guidelines of the Group CFO, as best practice for the Group standards. Though this is a UK position for the UK business, the prospect of career could be in the Finance Functions in other countries or at group level.
The Successful Applicant
We are looking for a technically strong chartered accountant who has a hands-on approach, with experience in setting up and managing teams in start-ups, preferably with experience in large companies and/or auditing companies.
Culturally we are looking for an inquisitive Finance Director, who is willing to immediately step up to a director level position for the special purpose vehicles of the Company. The ability to understand the commercial implications and contribute to investment and divestment decisions, whilst overseeing all financial reporting and risk is critical.
Humility coupled with a good sense of humour is high up on our lists of character traits.
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), GAAP 101
* Strong academic profile
* Proactive and able to adapt well as required
* Experience of a fast growing or acquisitive business may well be beneficial.
* Sector experience in investment management in renewable energy would be preferential
Key Responsibilities:
Board and UK Compliancy
o Manage Board of Directors of all UK companies, including DevCo and SPVs
o Be director of the Special Purpose Vehicles of the UK Group along with UK CEO
o Coordinate the Board activities (meetings, resolutions, minutes)
o Coordinate (or be directly in charge of) the Secretary activities
o Reply to specific requests of the board of the UK companies
o Support the management of periodic shareholders meetings and resolutions
Corporate Management
o Prepare and manage periodic internal meetings of executive committees (e.g development committee)
o Manage internal decisional tools (decision tracking), collect report on activities progression
o Support the integration of accounting and management reporting tools with decision making tools
o Incorporate the SPVs, support the definition of standard AoA, and procedures
o Support the definition and manage the intercompany contracts, procedures
Accounting
o Set-up and maintain the UK accounting system records and integrated within the International Group guidelines
o Facilitate the group consolidation process
o Provide support on IFRS and reporting approach
o Generate the periodic management and statutory accounts
o Generate the periodic accounting statements
Planning & control
o Set-up and manage UK group planning and control procedures, setting up the business plan, budget, monthly reporting and forecasting at UK group level
o Generate the periodic management reporting and forecasts at UK group and companies level
o Set-up, create, update and manage the business dashboard.
Cashflow
o Manage, control and optimise the UK companies cashflows
o Manage the intercompany agreements, transfer prices, shareholders loans, and payments
o Propose repayment plan and drawdown of financing facilities including shareholder loan
o Identify and propose opportunities for cash flow optimisation with lenders and suppliers
Suppliers
o Manage payments to supplier guaranteeing segregation of payment
o Support the development mangers in managing the financial and compliance aspects land agreements, grid connection agreements, planning process, and all agreements with service providers for the development process.
o Contribute to set-up internal standard procedures for suppliers management in compliance with Group standards
Banks
o Manage the day to day relationships with banks
o Explore and define banking solutions and products to optimise the UK company cash-flow
o Manage and reconcile the companies bank accounts
Insurance
o Manage the UK Group insurance schemes (including D&O, H&S etc)
o Define and coordinate the UK Group H&S procedures
Tax
o Prepare Tax plans
o Set-up and manage UK tax positions, including group VAT, prepare periodic VAT and tax returns
o Identify and coordinate the activities with tax advisors including for matter of relevance for the group and with the holding company
o Manage the relationships with HMRC
HR
o Set-up and manage the HR and payroll for the UK companies
o Set-up and manage the HR benefits scheme, including insurances, cars, additional benefits
o Manage HR expenses and reimbursements
o Support HR compliance to the company procedures
o Support the definition of financial incentive to team members
o Support people management
Financial Modelling
o Design and set-up the financial modelling for renewable energy assets, to constantly assess the profitability, cost constraints and selling prices of each assets, rank the allocation of resources to the different projects and suggest to the Development Committee the project financial feasibility.
o Design and set-up the financial modelling for new classes of projects in renewable energy assets, supporting the development team in exploring new business opportunities
o Periodical update the asset P&C dashboard
Asset Value
o Support the definition of target prices for the sale of assets and support the board decisions on sales
o Support the preparation of investment memorandum for asset sales
o Support the formal asset sale process, from invitation, onboarding, KYC, to bidding, to contract negotiations and closing
o Manage post-closing covenants, if any
o Prepare and constantly update the data rooms for asset management and sale, validating and auditing the process and contents
o Provide financial analysis on new acquisitions and support in the preparation of investment papers for committee
o Support the negotiation and due diligence of co-development agreements or joint development agreements with third party developers
o Support the negotiation and due diligence of local developers acquisition or pipeline acquisitions.
Auditing
o Conduct internal auditing checks on procedures.
o Coordinate the activities of external auditors in the UK
H&S
o Be responsible of H&S procedures and training for the office (on site H&S will be Development Director responsibility)
Coordination
o Set-up the UK financial team, hiring and managing the internal team
o Hire and manage the external consultants and advisors
Equity and debt
o Support in future equity raises, intragroup and with third parties
o Support in future debt raises, intragroup and with third parties
Office management
o Temporarily support the set-up and management of the physical and virtual office
Global Group activities:
o Support coordination of financial and reporting processes for North America. This can include designing and engaging with the advisor to obtain accounting, tax and financial advices, support with assessing the process to list group shares into a regulated exchange. Implementation and design of compliance procedure to comply with Canadian regulations and support with the activities of the Board of Director. (this activity is expected to contribute to 30% of the first year time)
o Feed the International holding with the date necessary for the periodic group plans and budgets, reporting and forecasting at global group level
o Manage the treasury flows with the global group holding company, including the intercompany shareholders loans
o Align the UK and North American procedures and administrative processes to the group standards and the requirements of stock market compliance
o Support the requirements of information to Global Group.
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
UK Country Director / Head of Project Development
Solar / BESS Developer
Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a UK Country Director to join a European Developer Client of ours looking to further strengthen and grow their project pipeline here in the UK.
The position will be based out of London. Hybrid work.
In the long-run, you will be responsible for managing a small to medium team of Technical and Development professionals across the UK as the business organically grows.
In the short-term, the role will be very much focussed across developing and growing a project pipeline here in the UK.
The role will suit somebody who has perhaps worked in a Senior Project Development Management/Director role, and is looking at stepping into a Country Director role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop strategic plan and budget needs for development in target market and continuously drive the completion of strategic milestones that will advance a project through the various stages of development;
* Develop, advance and manage existing or new downstream solar projects including offtake, permitting, interconnection, land, community relations, stakeholder management and all related budgets;
* Lead development efforts for greenfield, co-development and project acquisitions within targeted markets/sectors;
* Manage cross-functional teams including legal, financial, project management and asset management resources to analyze and close transactions aligned with department goals;
* Prepare and negotiate agreements as JV-agreements, development agreements, shareholder agreements, etc.;
* Identify and develop partner relations with project developers, financial institutions, investors, contractors, lawyers, consultants, authorities, grid operators, advisors, manufacturers and other market participants to maintain a project pipeline;
* Manage all aspects of project development and acquisition including;
* Make sure the team can identify and secure suitable project sites, perform cost/feasibility analysis, pricing analysis, contract and concession agreement negotiations;
* Negotiate land leases and easements, managing landowner relationships and collaborating closely with internal support teams;
* Identify, manage and secure interconnection agreements while leading the overall interconnection strategy for a specific project or market area;
* Secure permits required by local, county, state and federal jurisdictions , and managing community relations;
* Obtain internal approvals to allow projects to advance, including preparing projects for Investment Committee approval and maintaining overall budget and schedule for project in compliance with approvals;
* Communicate regularly with senior leadership on the state of the renewable energy markets and present investment opportunities;
* Evaluate market drivers including new technologies, financial incentives, government/regulatory issues and business structures to continually grow the portfolio and maintain a competitive position in the industry;
* Represent the Company at solar fairs, events and regulatory meetings.
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
The Role
As the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be directly working offshore wind projects and provide geotechnical input in the design and consultancy work.
Responsibilities
Experience with geotechnical/geophysical data and geotechnical interpretative reports (GIR). Experience managing geological/geotechnical ground models is an advantage
Leading the work packages of geotechnical engineering on offshore wind project portfolio - from feasibility through to detailed design with diverse tasks such as geo survey specification, geotechnical interpretation and assistance in certification
Providing technical input on project deliverables related to geotechnical subject for OWF
Assisting/leading working groups for developing new geotechnical engineering delivery digital tools
Offshore foundation design experience (monopile, Jacket, GBS) and load iteration analysis
Support on issues related with cable burial and OWF construction
Knowledge on construction and installation methods of OWT/platform
Good understanding of advanced laboratory tests specification (e.g. Cyclic TX/Cyclic DSS, ring shear, resonant column tests)
Occasional work as offshore vessel representative as required
Support in proposals to secure additional geotechnical works
Experience/Qualifications
Structural/Geotechnical/Civil Engineering Degree, preferably with MSc
Chartered Member of ICE is preferable. Also accepted if currently working towards similar schemes
Worked on offshore wind development projects with input for geotechnical engineering in one or more of the foundation types such as Monopile, jacket, Suction base, or GBS
Good working knowledge of applicable regulations, codes of practice and standards, particularly for OWF and O&G projects
Piled foundation design experience is preferable, including familiarity with state-of-the art 3D FE design methods (PISA or equivalent)
Advanced level of understanding of geotechnical issues for OWF
Experience with proposals and CTR preparation
Senior or principal experience in geotechnical engineering
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Grid Connection Manager
UK Based (remote)
European Developer
Petroplan are recruiting for a Grid Connection Manager to join a Developer client of ours currently developing a number of Wind, Solar and Battery Storage projects across the UK.
The role can be based remotely from anywhere in the UK. There will be expectation to travel across the UK where required and occasional visits to their London headquarters.
You will have previous grid/network experience across UK based utility scale projects and be a strong communicator, able to offer advice to internal development teams and communicate well with external providers and operators.
Contract Type: Permanent opportunity with annual bonus, shares and LTI in place plus benefits
Experience required:
If this role could be of interest, please apply online and suitable applicants will be contacted..
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.
Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.
In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.
Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
