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Head of Asset Improvement, Sustainability & Decarbonization Strategies (f/​m/​d)

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ClockHybrid, Full-time, Unlimited

GlobeBirmingham, Düsseldorf

Head of Asset Improvement, Sustainability & Decarbonization Strategies (f/m/d)

Locations: Birmingham (England), Düsseldorf (NRW)

Join our Energy Asset Strategy team in Dusseldorf or Birmingham and help shape the future of Uniper's asset landscape. The role additionally encompasses interim leadership of Energy Asset Strategy & Valuation, providing you with the opportunity to drive key strategic decisions during an important transitional phase.

Your responsibilities

  • lead the L3 area Asset Improvement, Sustainability & Decarbonization Strategy
  • lead and develop a high-performing, highly capable team, fostering a culture of trust and excellence to:
    • drive technical Innovation and scan technical and regulatory developments to identify and prioritize decarbonization and value-add options (e.g., LTE, technical parameter changes, plant modifications)
    • build and deliver a high-performing project pipeline (approx. 50 projects/year) to enhance asset performance and achieve industry-leading cost levels
    • develop and drive initiatives through internal and external decision gates (SDs, FDs, engineering studies, permitting)
    • develop and maintain/continually update an optimal, deployable decarbonization plan for all (not yet decarbonized) energy assets
    • ensure effective interfaces with various internal stakeholders (Fleets, Sites, EA Services, Corporate Strategy, HSSE, etc.)
    • ensure efficient performance management and continuous improvement processes in the AISDS area
    • contribute to maintain/create a high performing EASt Leadership team

Interim:

  • lead the L3 area Asset Strategy & Valuation
  • lead and develop a high-performing, highly capable team, fostering a culture of trust and excellence to:
    • develop and implement optimal asset strategies to maximize commercial value and strong cashflows along the assets value chains to achieve top performance in energy industry
    • create option spaces and manage complexity to prioritize value improvements
    • manage complex alignment- and decision-making processes and provide extraordinarily well-structured and actionable decision base and recommendations to higher Management and further stakeholders
    • work closely with commercial teams and other stakeholders to develop and drive initiatives through internal and external decision gates/processes (e.g. SDs, FDs, capacity markets participations)
    • ensure effective interfaces with various internal stakeholders (APM, PSO, Sales, Market Risk, Corporate Strategy, etc.)
    • ensure efficient performance management and continuous improvement processes in the ASV area
    • contribute to maintain/create a high performing EASt Leadership team

Your profile

  • excellent university degree in economics, engineering or natural science
  • safety role model: lead by example, prioritize the highest standards of safety for people, the environment and operations
  • inspirational leadership: bring passion for guiding teams, and embrace and role-model Uniper's values
  • strong project management and contract negotiation skills
  • knowledge of decarbonization technologies and asset strategies
  • deep understanding of economics/finance and economic-IT basics
  • basic understanding of mathematical real options evaluation (Black-Scholes, Monte Carlo, optimizer tools) and major energy regulatory requirements
  • strong ability to understand complex technical-commercial relationships and translate analysis into logical structure and fact-based, actionable proposals
  • proven leadership experience in the energy sector and track record in change management
  • high level of self-leadership, openness to change, and commitment to DEI
  • think differently: track record of initiated changes/new ways of working
  • imagination and interest in lifelong learning
  • Fluent in English

Job ID:

88896

Location:

Birmingham, Düsseldorf

Type of contract:

Unlimited

Working model:

Hybrid, Full-time, Unlimited

Start date:

immediately

Do you have any questions?

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by e-mail and we will get back to you:

resourcinguk@uniper.energy

What makes Uniper stand out as an employer

  • Health Insurance

    Private Medical Insurance

    Rapid access to quality private medical care for illness and injury. The insurance includes a private GP service and pathway services to fast-track care.

  • Money

    Pension Scheme

    Enhanced company pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 12%.

  • Remote

    Flexible Working

    In recognising the benefit of flexible working in achieving the right balance between work and personal lives, Uniper supports varied working arrangements and flexible working applications.

  • Training

    Professional Development and Career Opportunities

    A continuous and personal journey, Uniper supports with flexible learning opportunities and where appropriate professional qualifications.

  • Health Insurance

    Dental Insurance

    With cover levels designed to suit your family circumstances it allows you to claim for routine and complex dental treatments.

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    Holiday Buy and Sell Programme

    In addition to a minimum entitlement of 26 days plus Bank Holidays, the programme enables you to take some extra time off or free up some cash.

  • Travel

    Travel Insurance

    Holiday with complete peace of mind with worldwide or European annual multi-trip travel insurance.

  • Bicycle

    Cycle to Work Scheme

    Purchase a bike and save on tax and National Insurance on your regular commute to work.

  • Fonds

    Uniper Discounts

    Enjoy savings from all your favourite retailers via our employee discount store on everything from high street stores, restaurants and days out.

  • Health Insurance

    Life Insurance

    In addition to company provided Death in Service benefits a ‘top-up’ benefit is available to employees and their partners.

  • Accident Insurance

    Personal Accident Insurance

    A payout in the event of serious accident injuries; for you, your partner and/or children.

  • Health Insurance

    Critical Illness Insurance

    Offering a tax-free lump sum payout should you become ill. Cover can be extended to a partner and child cover is free from birth to 21 years old.

  • Smiley

    Family Friendly Policies

    Many employees have caring responsibilities outside of the workplace. Uniper’s special leave policy reflects the changing needs of employees and aims to accommodate personal commitments where possible.

  • Health

    Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

    Be supported. The Uniper employee assistance program is designed to support your wellbeing inside and outside of the office. Available 24/7 every day of the year it offers a freephone support line, online resources and a confidential counselling service.

The benefits may vary slightly depending on location and role. You can find a complete overview of the benefits here:Benefits
About Uniper
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Transforming energy security through expertise and commitment

Uniper is a European energy company with a global reach that makes a decisive contribution to security of supply and energy transformation.  We work in very diverse teams and offer our employees as much flexibility as is possible.

Equity, mutual appreciation and respect are the core of our corporate culture. At our company you will have the opportunity to shape new technologies, work on solutions for a modern and future-oriented energy supply and actively design change processes.

Application process

Step 1 - Online application

Step 1

Online application

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Our recruiting team will be happy to assist you via email. Please submit your application exclusively through our online portal – unfortunately, we cannot consider applications sent by email. As long as the position is listed on our careers page, we look forward to your interest and application!

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