• Type de poste:
    Plein temps
  • Job Department:
    Sales
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Job Title: Sector Manager – Peaking and BESS
Reports to: Sales Director – UK and Ireland
Function: Sales
Location: Knowsley with UK and Overseas Travel as required
Job Purpose: Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to accelerate the growth of energy storage and peaking applications. This role combines strategic market and project development, and technical leadership, requiring a deep understanding of established technologies and the evolving energy landscape.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Sector Leadership:

  • Develop and lead Clarke Energy’s Peaking & Energy Storage business strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and market trends.
  • Set short-term and long-term goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and a roadmap for market growth within the energy storage and peaking space.
  • Act as the company’s subject matter expert on energy storage and gas peaking technologies, providing leadership in innovation, market positioning, and regulatory trends.

Business Development:

  • Identify and pursue business opportunities in energy storage as well as gas peaking applications for power generation.
  • Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders including funders, renewable energy developers, government agencies, and technology partners.
  • Lead efforts to expand the company’s customer base where storage and gas peakers are viable energy solutions.

Project Development:

  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of storage and gas peaking-related tender responses and proposals, ensuring they are completed on time, and meet technical specifications and commercial requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) teams to ensure successful deployment of energy storage and gas peaking infrastructure projects.
  • Implement best practices in project management, risk assessment, and resource allocation to ensure successful project outcomes.

Technical Expertise:

  • Provide deep technical expertise in energy storage and gas-to-power technologies.
  • Advise on integration into existing power generation systems and distributed energy networks.
  • Lead feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations of energy storage and gas peaking opportunities.

Market Strategy & Analysis:

  • Conduct market research and analysis to track the development of the storage and peaking applications, regulatory policies, and competitive landscape.
  • Develop and execute sector-specific strategies for positioning Clarke Energy as a leader in the deployment of energy storage and gas peaking projects.
  • Identify and capitalize on funding opportunities, incentives, and partnerships that support the development of these applications.

Team Leadership & Development:

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, sales and business development professionals within the relevant sector.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence across the team.
  • Ensure continuous learning and development within the team to stay ahead of technology trends and regulatory changes.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety:

  • Ensure that all projects comply with relevant safety regulations, industry standards, and environmental requirements.
  • Stay informed of changes in regulatory frameworks, subsidies, and government policies that impact technological adoption.

Financial Management:

  • Develop and manage sector budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support business planning and proposal preparation.
  • Monitor project and sector financial performance, ensuring that profitability and return on investment (ROI) targets are met.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements across projects and operations.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met through innovative and sustainable energy solutions.
  • Engage with industry forums, conferences, and events to promote Clarke Energy’s expertise and influence policy development.

Knowledge and Skills:

Essential: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in the power generation industry, with a focus on peaking power plants, energy storage systems, or renewable energy.
  • Proven experience in managing large-scale energy storage or peaking generation projects.
  • Strong understanding of the energy market, grid operations, and utility regulations.
  • Exceptional leadership, team management, and communication skills.
  • Ability to analyse market trends and identify business opportunities.
  • Financial acumen, with experience in managing P&L, budgets, and financial models.
  • Knowledge of emerging energy technologies and innovations in energy storage systems.

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with energy storage technologies (e.g., lithium-ion, flow batteries), energy management systems, and integration with the grid.
  • Experience working with regulatory bodies and understanding of energy policies.
  • Strong negotiation and client relationship management skills.

Personal Attributes and Professional Knowledge and Skills:

This role requires the job holder to demonstrate that they are:

  • consistently trustworthy and professional.
  • reliable and dependable.
  • responsive to customers needs
  • supportive and able to work well with colleagues.
  • effective in managing their time and workload.
  • prepared to work under own initiative and do what is required to get job done.
  • committed to quality and improvement.
  • willing to take responsibility for work and actions.
  • keen to seek out and act on ideas for self- improvement.

In addition it is particularly important to the success of this role that the job holder can demonstrate the following:

  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
  • Good attention to detail
  • Willingness to be flexible and adaptable- responds well to changing priorities and targets.
  • Good relationship building and communication skills.
  • Balanced decision making.
  • Effectiveness under pressure.
  • Resilience and tenacity – stays focused and positive despite difficulties.
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