Fixed Term Energy and Sustainability Analyst (KTP Associate) - RGU07660

RGU; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic and maritime institution in Aberdeen City is seeking an ambitious Energy and Sustainability Analyst to lead a KTP project focused on renewable energy and sustainability. This role involves significant collaboration with both industry and academia, offering a competitive salary in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, and a passion for the energy sector. Salary ranges from £36,000 to £40,000 plus a training budget.

Benefits

Training budget of £4,167

31 days annual leave

Opportunity for career development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields required.
• Prior knowledge of energy strategy, policy, and appraisals is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary KTP project on energy and sustainability.
• Conduct regional analyses and generate knowledge for stakeholders.
• Regularly report progress and update project plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Sustainability management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Economics, Project Management, or Business

MBA with industry experience

Job description

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Energy and Sustainability Analyst to fast-track their career development as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate, utilising skills in Economics, Project Management, Business and Management with a specific focus on renewable energy, data analysis, and sustainability management. The successful candidate will undertake a 25-month collaborative project between Peterhead Port Authority ( https://www.peterheadport.co.uk ) and Robert Gordon University (Aberdeen Business School), jointly funded by Innovate UK and Peterhead Port Authority. The post will be based at the company's premises in Peterhead, with regular visits to Robert Gordon University and occasional travel to other locations.

As an Energy and Sustainability Analyst, your responsibility will be to lead the delivery of a multidisciplinary KTP project focused on energy, sustainability, and innovation.

Peterhead Port Authority is a 400-year-old Trust Port in North East Scotland, supporting the fishing, energy and commercial sectors. The Port's governance framework ensures that it operates in a way that benefits the town of Peterhead and its stakeholders. Peterhead Port has over 50 years\' experience successfully handling the complete needs of the energy industry\'s activities, from traditional oil & gas exploration through construction and hook-up to production and finally to decommissioning. In recent years the Port has become a key hub for the energy industry\'s ongoing transition into new energy. Opportunities for the Port range from the support of Offshore Wind - predominantly with respect to ScotWind and INTOG, Carbon Capture and Storage - where the Port is expected to play a central role in supporting the Acorn Project as the CO2 import terminal, decommissioning of oil and gas assets, as well as potentially offshore wind assets, and the bulk export of clean fuels. In combination with the desire to increase support of these sectors is the requirement to continue and accelerate the Port\'s own decarbonisation journey.

You will receive practical and formal training, gain marketable skills, broaden your knowledge and expertise within an industrially relevant project, and gain valuable experience from industrial and academic mentors. The KTP Associate will also benefit from a Personal Development Budget of £4,167.

You must have at least a Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in either Economics, Project Management, or Business and Management. An MBA with practical industry experience in a relevant field would be desirable. A passion for energy is essential and prior knowledge of energy strategy, policy and appraisals is desirable.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with excellent conversational and written English, as the ideal candidate must be able to communicate effectively with a range of different individuals-i.e., technical, academic, business, and customers. Team working and flexibility will be a key requirement. Candidates must be innovative, driven and willing to learn new skills.

Salary Range: £36,000-£40,000 per annum, plus £4,167 training budget

Position Type: Full Time, Fixed Term, 25 months
Hours: 37 hours per week, typically 08:30 - 17:00 Monday to Friday
Annual Leave: 31 days per annum

Informal enquiries may be sent to: David Gibbons-Wood ([e-mail])

As per the UKVI immigration rules, this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship under this route is dependent on factors specific to the applicant and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Energy and Sustainability Analyst

RESPONSIBLE FOR: No supervisory responsibility

RESPONSIBLE TO:

• Whilst working on company premises, report to and take direction from Company Supervisor
• Whilst working at Robert Gordon University, report to and take direction from David Gibbons-Wood

PURPOSE OF POST: The Energy and Sustainability Analyst will lead the delivery of a multidisciplinary KTP project focused on energy, sustainability and innovation of new technology/roadmapping. They will contribute analytical expertise to areas such as the Port\'s project appraisal, renewable energy development, and sustainability management. Throughout the project, there will be an emphasis on policy understanding and stakeholder engagement. Working with both academia and industry, the role will help drive the long-term success of Peterhead Port Authority in the regional maritime and energy sectors via the implementation of a clear framework for new initiatives to aid the Port\'s decarbonisation journey.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Deliver the project objectives as detailed in the KTP project workplan.
• Conduct a series of regional-level analyses and generate new knowledge relating to the Port and its stakeholders.
• Maintain an up-to-date project plan and provide regular progress reports.
• deliver presentations to immediate project team members and other stakeholders.
• Any other duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Academic Supervisor or Company Supervisory teams.

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

• This role suits candidates with a Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in either Economics, Project Management, or Business and Management. An MBA with practical industry experience in a relevant field would be desirable. A passion for energy is essential and prior knowledge of energy strategy, policy and appraisals is desirable.
• Individuals with a relevant degree and extensive sector experience might also meet the essential requirements.

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of a career combining:
  • energy,
  • data analysis,
  • sustainability management - including energy policies and legislation compliance around scope emissions,
  • familiarity with the Scottish and UK policy landscape related to ports, energy and regional development,
  • change management processes,
  • innovation/new technology.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills in economics and the energy sector.
• Project management capabilities, with experience in stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and policy.
• Market analysis skills and techniques, including new ventures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with a wide variety of regional stakeholders.

Personal

• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently and to tight deadlines within a dynamic and small team environment.
• Strategic thinking-an ability to align the project activities with wider organisational and policy goals.
• Adaptability and initiative-to respond flexibly to evolving project demands and new opportunities.
• Interest in research problems and the investigation of innovative solutions.
• An ability to undertake independent research and development analysis.
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly.
• Team working and flexibility.
• Work location and convenience would indicate a requirement for the candidate to have a full driving license.