Full-Time

Plumber

Posted on 9/24/2024

Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides affordable green energy solutions

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$26k - $30kAnnually

+ Bonus + Share Options + Lunch Allowance

Junior, Mid

Southampton, UK

This position requires onsite presence in Southampton, UK.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Thermal and Fluid Systems Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • NVQ Level 2 plumbing qualification (or equivalent experience) and plenty of experience on the ‘wet’ side of domestic heating systems
  • It’s also essential that you have a full UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
Responsibilities
  • Working as part of a team of two to install low carbon technology in customers’ homes, starting with Air Source Heat Pumps.
  • Using your knowledge and experience of domestic heating and plumbing systems to prepare and install unvented cylinders, pipework, and radiators
  • Planning and communicating with the wider team and customers
  • Continuously learning about new technologies at our innovative R&D training centre

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

  • Expansion into electric aircraft charging positions Octopus as a leader in green transport.
  • 'Zero Bills' initiative could increase demand for Octopus's technology in housing.
  • Partnership with Energisa opens opportunities for growth in South America's renewable sector.

What critics are saying

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

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
  • The company offers a unique 'Zero Bills' proposition with Tilia and Hopkins Homes.
  • Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and electric aircraft charging.

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