Renewable Energy Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; Sur place; ZAR 480 000 - 810 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative office environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Renewable Energy Analyst to join our Paarl team in the Western Cape. You will deliver market intelligence, data analysis, and strategic insights to support renewable energy project development, investment decisions, and policy understanding.

You will conduct market research, build financial models, and prepare client-ready reports while staying abreast of evolving energy trends and technology advancements in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in energy market analysis, financial modeling, or consulting, preferably in renewables.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Responsabilités

• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis for solar, wind, and other renewable technologies.
• Analyze policy, regulatory, and economic factors impacting the renewable energy sector.
• Develop financial models to assess economic feasibility and investment potential of projects.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and briefings for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and forecast energy market trends and technology developments.
• Support project development teams with data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to align technical and financial analyses.
• Maintain databases of project information, market data and industry statistics.
• Stay informed about local and international developments in renewable energy.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Finance/Engineering/Environmental Science

Outils

Excel

Financial modeling

Data visualization tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent consultancy firm specializing in the energy sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Renewable Energy Analyst to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is essential for providing critical market intelligence, data analysis, and strategic insights to support renewable energy project development and investment. You will conduct thorough research on market trends, policy developments, technology advancements, and economic viability of renewable energy projects. This position is office-based, fostering direct collaboration with senior analysts and clients, ensuring the highest quality of strategic guidance. Your analytical contributions will directly influence the success of significant renewable energy initiatives in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis for solar, wind, and other renewable energy technologies.
• Analyze policy, regulatory, and economic factors impacting the renewable energy sector.
• Develop financial models to assess the economic feasibility and investment potential of renewable energy projects.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and briefings for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and forecast energy market trends and technology developments.
• Support project development teams by providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure alignment between technical and financial analyses.
• Maintain databases of project information, market data, and relevant industry statistics.
• Stay informed about local and international developments in the renewable energy landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy market analysis, financial modeling, or consulting, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an office environment.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and South African energy policy is desirable.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proactive approach to research and problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful renewable energy projects.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive office environment.
• Exposure to leading experts in the energy consulting field.
• Company-sponsored training programs and workshops.