Full-Time

Team Leader

Scheduling, Heat Pumps

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Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides affordable green energy solutions

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Compensation Overview

£32k - £38kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Brighton, UK

Onsite position in Brighton.

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
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 focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product 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 experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

45%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Octopus Energy's investment in Nordic Generation Fuels supports sustainable aviation growth.
  • The 'Zero Bills' initiative meets rising demand for energy-efficient homes.
  • Collaboration with Energisa taps into Brazil's growing renewable energy market.

What critics are saying

  • Rapid international expansion may expose Octopus Energy to geopolitical risks.
  • Reliance on Kraken platform could be a vulnerability if superior technology emerges.
  • Investment in offshore wind farms may face delays or cost overruns.

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
  • The company offers a unique electric aircraft charging solution with Aerovolt.
  • Octopus Energy's global reach includes strategic partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

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