Power Operator – European Power Markets

Main Purpose:

The Power Operator will play a crucial role by being responsible for leading all aspects of day-to-day power operations across multiple European markets, ensuring efficient scheduling with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) & maintain accurate and reliable data from generation and consumption assets.
In this role you will have the opportunity to support full compliance with market regulations and operational obligations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

TSO Scheduling & Nominations

• Implement daily scheduling and nominations with multiple European TSOs

• Lead day-ahead/intraday position adjustments and schedule modifications

• Ensure timely submission of all nominations according to market deadlines

• Work close with traders to implement trading strategies through accurate scheduling

Data Management

• Maintain data management systems for generation and consumption assets

• Validate and reconcile metering data from various sources

• Ensure data quality and integrity across operational systems

• Prepare and distribute operational reports for internal stakeholders

Market Compliance

• Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across all active power markets

• Implement processes to meet balancing obligations and grid codes

• Maintain documentation for audit purposes and regulatory reporting

• Stay updated with changing market rules and implement vital operational adjustments

Market & Asset Onboarding

• Support the project manager with integration of new power markets into workflows

• Document and standardize operational procedures and work with origination teams with onboarding new generation and consumption assets

• Provide training and knowledge transfer to team members on new processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Management, or related field

• 2+ years of experience in power market operations or related energy sector role

Technical Skills

• Proficient understanding of European power market mechanisms and TSO requirements

• Experience with energy scheduling and power exchange systems

• Strong ability with Python, VBA and Excel is required

• Familiarity with REMIT and other relevant regulatory frameworks

Additional Skills

• Problem-solving abilities and operational mindset

• Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment by meeting strict deadlines

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

• Power trading desk

• Power Operations team

• Power Origination team

• Power Markets Project Manager

Department Overview

Trafigura office in Copenhagen is a leading energy company dedicated to innovative solutions in the short-term power sector. With a focus on sustainability and innovative technology, we strive to improve energy efficiency and make a positive impact on the environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.