Full-Time

Team Leader

Scheduling, Heat Pumps

Posted on 12/10/2024

Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides affordable green energy solutions

Energy

Compensation Overview

£32k - £38kAnnually

Mid

Brighton, UK

This position requires onsite presence in Brighton.

Category
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Experience in management and leadership, ideally within a capacity management, planning/dispatch/scheduling operation.
  • To be a team player and relationship builder. The ability to build great working relationships with people across cultures and perspectives.
  • To be able to effectively lead and inspire a team - this is key.
  • To be agile. You are positive and proactive, and energised by working in a fast-paced environment characterised by constant change.
  • A high level of adaptability and agility to manage multiple projects at one time and lead a team who’s responsibilities will vary (we are growing quickly!).
  • You will be able to think creatively and logically to react to changes in strategy.
  • To be someone who establishes and works with a network quickly to deliver promptly, with a focus on quality and delivery.
  • You will be analytical, seeking out data and using this to inform your decisions.
  • Energy/LCT industry experience is desirable but by no means essential! You’ll quickly pick up what you need to know.
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of Smart Tech Specialists, who work alongside a large team of sales experts, field engineers, and surveyors.
  • Demonstrate exceptional leadership in the day to day running of the Capacity & Scheduling function, delivering exceptional customer service during the journey towards sale, installation and beyond.
  • Support effective relationship building across key stakeholders from our surveying teams, to installers and other office-based teams.
  • Look for opportunities to continually improve performance.
  • Create effective reporting, analyse and act to drive improvement.
  • Be an advocate for your team whilst creating an elite performance culture to delivers success.
  • Support growth through impactful coaching and development.
  • You will develop a deep understanding of Octopus culture and customer experience; setting the tone for your team.

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company utilizes technology and data to operate in the renewable energy market, focusing on sustainability. Its main offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer service. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes a data-driven approach and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting sustainable practices in the energy sector.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

-8%

2 year growth

41%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the housing market.
  • Partnership with Energisa opens growth opportunities in South America's green energy sector.
  • Investment in Ocergy enhances competitive edge in global offshore wind market.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in renewable energy may impact Octopus Energy's market share.
  • Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus Energy to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
  • Reliance on Kraken platform poses risks of technological failures or cybersecurity breaches.

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
  • The company leads in electric aircraft charging infrastructure with AeroVolt collaboration.
  • Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and technology licensing.

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