Energy Trader - Commodities

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonus

Health and retirement benefits

Advanced trading tools

Career growth in energy trading

Dynamic Bloemfontein environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an energetic Energy Trader in Bloemfontein to optimize the company’s energy position. You will buy and sell electricity, natural gas, and related commodities, applying market knowledge and risk controls to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in energy or commodity trading, with strong analytical and decision-making skills suitable for a fast-paced market. A performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits accompany this key role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Economics, Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in energy or commodity trading or related markets.
• Strong understanding of energy market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor energy market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Execute trades for electricity, natural gas and related commodities.
• Develop short- and long-term trading strategies to optimize portfolio performance.
• Manage trading risk in line with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide market insights and reports to senior management.

Skills

Energy markets

Risk management

Analytical skills

Trading platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Engineering

Master’s degree or MBA (plus)

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Energy Trader to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is central to optimizing the company's position in the energy markets, focusing on the buying and selling of electricity, natural gas, and related commodities. You will leverage your market knowledge and analytical skills to execute trading strategies, manage risk, and maximize profitability. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of energy market dynamics, exceptional decision-making abilities under pressure, and a proven track record in commodity trading. This is a high-stakes position within the vital South African energy market , requiring sharp financial acumen and strategic foresight.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze energy market trends, news, and economic factors to identify trading opportunities.
• Execute trades for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities according to defined strategies and risk parameters.
• Develop and implement short-term and long-term trading strategies to optimize portfolio performance.
• Manage and mitigate trading risks, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with market participants, brokers, and counterparties.
• Provide market insights and reports to senior management and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy trading, commodity trading, or financial markets.
• Demonstrated understanding of energy markets, including supply/demand fundamentals, pricing mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to make quick, informed decisions in fast-paced trading environments.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in trading platforms and market data tools.

Benefits

• A highly competitive base salary with significant performance-based bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Access to advanced trading tools and market intelligence resources.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Bloemfontein , offering significant career growth in the energy trading sector .
• Opportunities to work with a highly experienced and professional team.