We are currently supporting a major EPC that specialises in offshore and deep sea projects in their search for a Senior Accountant to join them on a staff basis in their South London offices.
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a high visibility role and have responsibility for the organization's consolidated cash flow reporting, and financial support to tenders on their largest projects. The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant (or equivalent degree holder), with experience in Finance functions, and understanding of large-scale construction projects involving multiple entities and currencies.
The individual will be a highly motivated and practical person, comfortable working under their own initiative, but also be able to respond to tight deadlines and deliverables as and when requested by Management.

Specific Key Responsibilities & Activities

• Consolidate monthly cash flow submission to Corporate Treasury and provide support to the organization's annual budget and five year plan process as well as other ad-hoc cash flow scenario exercises
• Work with project teams to continually improve cash flow accuracy, optimize cash position and support the development of our strategies for liquidity, financing and currency exposure management
• Monitor cash receivables and follow up with projects to ensure timely cash collection
• Continually seek to improve our cash flow reporting process and procedures as well as our systems and tools
• Work with multi-disciplinary tender teams to provide timely support to the development of our commercial strategies and proposals
• Coordinate the various stakeholders within the Tender, Taxes and Treasury teams to develop, document and approve financial recommendation to tenders in line with Group tendering policies and specific requirements of each tender
• Ensure awareness of and adhesion to the Group procedures and systems as well as the use of effective and consistent ways of working across the portfolio
• Ensure proactive methods in sharing knowledge and experience, raising areas of difficulty and concern and assisting in improving routines
• Act as focal point for Treasury and Tendering subjects within Finance

Requirements:

• Operate with the highest standards of integrity, preserving the confidentiality of the information available with the role
• Be a part-qualified accountant (or equivalent degree holder) with prior experience in Finance roles, ideally in similar organisation delivering construction projects and operating in multiple entities and currencies.
• Work collaboratively within multi-national, multi-location teams
• Be able to prepare high quality/accuracy, engaging reports and presentations, suitable for a senior audience review.
• Be motivated to continue to learn and support the region on the development of our strategies as well as new tools and reporting requirements to improve our cash flow reporting and control.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of all common business software applications (Microsoft suite) and be able to quickly learn and maximise the value from new applications

About Petroplan

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.

Junior Originator - London

On behalf of a rapidly growing Renewable Energy Development client of ours, we have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Originator to join the business.

Previous experience within PPA Origination or Energy/Power Trading would be desirable, however Graduates with a Finance/Economics background and an interest/passion within the sector can aslo be considered (ideally with relevent internships within the industry, placement years gained)

You will joined an extremely experienced team originating and structuring PPA deals across Europe. Full training will be provided.

Location: London
Staff Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Research within the European Energy Markets
• Supporting the wider team in helping with Originating, Structuring and executing PPA agreements
• Building a network of useful contacts/companies who can assist with our client securing PPA agreements
• Using the above requirements, helping the company to build a pipeline of feasible PPA opportunities across both Western and Eastern Europe.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, energy management, or a related field.
• Experience in a commercial setting within a renewable energy / low carbon / power focused role.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis. Ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions.
• Experience with data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Excel) is desirable.
• Unrestriced work rights within the UK

About Petroplan

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 development Manager - Hybrid role

Petroplan are recruiting for a project developer to join the team to one of the top 3 renewable energies developer in the UK and Ireland.

The ideal candidate need be able to progress solar PV and energy storage projects from land identification stage through to pre-construction.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying new land areas for the development of solar and storage projects using a range of desktop land finding tools.
• Managing and overseeing projects over the entire project development process including planning, grid applications / connections and stakeholder liaison.
• Liaising with external planning consultants, local planning officers, surveyors, grid operators, technical advisors and other stakeholders.
• Producing regular project pipeline reports and issuing to key internal and external parties.
• Working with European Development Director and Finance team to manage development cash flow forecasts for all projects in pipeline.
• Compiling detailed plant forecast performance data into master spreadsheets and manage updates throughout the development and design process.
• Oversee document management systems including compilation of data rooms for project transactions.
• Liaising with Technical Services and Operations teams as required to ensure smooth transition of projects between internal departments.
• Producing high quality bid documentation for new renewable opportunities.
• Additional duties as may be required in the execution of the role.

Requirements:

• Experience of working in solar and battery storage industries
• Previous experience of working in a project development role advantageous.
• High attention to detail.
• Motivated and able to work on own initiative.
• Organisational skills and time management.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A self-starter, proactive team player, capable of leading by doing, able to work under pressure.
• No specific requirements. Any previous qualifications or training related to renewables will be a bonus.

About Petroplan

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.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Permanent

London

The role

To supervise and train staff. Prepare and update Electrical deliverables. The successful candidate will have experience in green field and brown field engineering of offshore O&G facilities and renewables. Capable of contributing to many areas as part of a small project team. Capable of originating documentation and working with minimum supervision and external input.

Scope of Responsibilities:

• To ensure the quality of work undertaken by themselves and others is commensurate with the goal of the activity considering the constraints of time and budget
• To support with competency the Engineering Design of Electrical Systems for Offshore and Onshore Installations, from Concept phase to Detail Design, actively participating in the production of Project Deliverables and Discipline Meetings
• Conduct Power System studies including calculation files.
• Design of substations
• Coordinate engineering activities with other interested parties
• Represent the company with Clients on technical matters
• Prepare and update technical specifications
• Prepare and issue reports on electrical design
• Prepare and issue Enquiry Documentation
• Technical Bid analysis of electrical equipment and materials
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
• Assist with the preparation of budget estimates (materials and manhours)
• Review Project Documents produced by third parties
• Direct and lead other junior engineers and designers as required

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Candidates must hold a minimum Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering combined with 5 years of professional experience in design and engineering
• Candidate must be registered with an Engineering Council or equivalent and preferably a Chartered Engineer (or working towards) is considered advantageous
• Proven success in delivering studies and preparing clear, concise reports against time, cost, and quality objectives
• Experience in feasibility/concept selection studies and FEED projects

Competencies & Soft Skills:

Electrical engineer, with experience as an electrical engineer in the oil and gas industry for offshore projects. Candidate should have:

• ETAP Software experience
• Commercial awareness
• Detail conscientious
• Strong work ethic
• Leadership skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident and outgoing individual
• Team player, self-starter.
• Strong IT literacy
• Flexible to travel in UK and Overseas
• Detail Conscientious
• Leadership experience
• Good report and procedure writing skills
• Good ability to work on own initiative with a 'can-do' attitude

About Petroplan

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.

Originator (UK)- Renewables

Petroplan are recruiting for an Originator on behalf of a well-established European Developer with project development and pipeline in place across multi-European locations.
The successful candidate's task will be to source PPA solutions for their current and future projects and to support their existing portfolio.
Previous UK experience within Renewables would be highly desirable.
Knowledge requirements:

• Knowledge of European energy markets, in particular those ones in the UK
• Track record of originating, structuring, negotiating, and executing both utility and corporate PPA agreements in various energy markets and cross border
• Understanding of energy transactions including PPAs, Corporate PPAs, ISDA and EFET
• Deep knowledge of country specific subsidy and renewable energy support schemes
• Extensive personal network in the UK PPA/energy market
• Proven ability to build relationships with a broad range of stakeholders in multiple countries and at all levels
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The successful candidate must be a self-starter with a proven track record of working both autonomously and as part of a team

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in a PPA origination or Power Trading or Energy Consultancy role
• Experience of the solar PV industry and utility scale batteries an advantage
• Strong commercial delivery mindset
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in energy sector in UK is a must

About Petroplan

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.