Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Consultants (Entry level)

All The Top Bananas
Glasgow
1 year ago
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Data Lead - Artificial Intelligence & Automation (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Consultants (Entry level)Job Type: PermanentLocation: Stamford Street, Central London (preferred), or alternatively Cricklade (near Swindon) or central GlasgowHybrid working: 2 days in the office/3 days working remotelyHours of work: Full time, however, we are also open to exploring flexible working options including part-time workingSalary: c£26k to £42k depending on experience and expertise, plus bonus and benefitsShape the Future of Global Wind Energy and the Energy TransitionAre you passionate about renewable energy? Do you want to drive meaningful change for companies and governments in their quest for a sustainable future? Join our team of talented consultants committed to accelerating the global energy transition.About the roleThe Consultant will provide close support to other members of the team through:• Delivering projects to clients, including research, analysis, client engagement and developing output • Helping to identify new clients and providing input to proposals • Engaging with industry to gain insight into projects, technology, current trends and thinking • Desk-based research into the technology, market and supply chain of the industries we serve, and • Developing a network of industry contacts, to keep up to date with trends and thinking.Early on, we will help you to get involved with activities across the business. We will support you to focus on the areas where your skills and interests best fit together with business needs. We see this as the best way to help you develop your consulting career in this rapidly growing market.About youWe are looking for people with most of the following:• A good degree, ideally in mechanical, civil or electrical engineering, natural science, mathematics, data science or economics, or a masters in renewable energy • Some relevant professional experience working in industry • Excellent English speaking and writing skills to communicate clearly and accurately (full professional or native/bilingual) • An enjoyment of meeting and talking with new people, and communicating widely • The ability to pick things up quickly, as every project and every day can be different • Initiative and self-sufficiency to work in a small team • An aptitude for order, accuracy, efficiency and quality so that you can deliver to our high standards • Flexibility, focus and a hunger to learn • Confidence in your ability and talent as a high performer, and • A passion for the industries we serve.From usYou'll get:• Flexible working arrangements • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Option to buy or sell up to five days holiday • Life assurance • Healthcare insurance • Sick pay scheme • Discretionary, quarterly profit-share • Cycle to work scheme • Fantastic working locations • A commitment to help you maximise your learning • An opportunity to get immediately involved in client work, and • A commitment to supporting you to make the most of your career, long-term.How to applyPlease visit our website to download an information pack about the role and find out how to apply.The closing deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 2 December 2024If you're excited about being part of BVGA's team and passionate about what we do, we'd love to hear from you even if you don't meet every single one of our requirements.Our strength lies in our diversity. We actively seek to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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