Biomass Compliance Analyst

Location: London, Selby – Hybrid, Flexible Career Level 6 Permanent

Who we are: We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role: Drax Group produces, sources, sells and produces electricity from biomass pellets as part of its global operations.As a pellet producer, we source sustainable fibre close to our pellet operations, before converting the material into pellets and then transporting them to international counterparties, where they are used to generate renewable electricity (including at our own UK biomass generation plant in Selby).As a pellet user and trader, we source and sell sustainable biomass pellets.Drax is committed to delivering sustainability best practice and compliance with local and international laws in relation to its activities. The purpose of the Industry Frameworks and Supply chain Compliance team is to establish, implement, maintain and continuously improve effective compliance programmes to ensure: our fibre and pellet activities meet regulatory requirements we comply with all obligations under the renewable support and security of supply frameworks for all Drax Group assets (including Renewables Obligation, Contract for Difference and Capacity Market schemes in the UK), and can evidence compliance, e.g. through appropriate biomass certification schemes; and our processes, controls and reporting/verification frameworks are robust and resilient As an effective data handler, you’ll support the Industry Framework team with a busy and varied workload of data processing, reporting and verification in relation to a number of complex and different frameworks and mechanisms. This will include, generation settlement/metered data, fuel measurement and sampling data, sustainability due diligence data including greenhouse gas calculations for the Group, and biomass sustainability certification evidence. You’ll help collate regular reports to regulators including in relation to evidence of compliance with stringent sustainability requirements for fuel data. Working closely with Managers in the team, as well as many other key stakeholders including engineering departments, trading teams, Risk and Finance professionals and Sustainability/forestry experts.

Who we’re looking for: You’ll have strong numerical ability, underpinned by a relevant degree in mathematics, environmental or scientific subject. Being comfortable with unstructured and complex data are essential in this role, alongside excellent problem-solving skills, and the focus and drive to deliver outcomes within a planned timeline. You’ll bring to the role demonstrable experience with application of analytical techniques in a sensible, pragmatic way and understanding of their limitations. You’ll also have advanced knowledge and experience using Excel, which is essential. As important as hard skills and experience is your outlook. Resourceful and flexible, you’ll find work arounds for complex problems. You will be a self-starter and able to use your own initiative. You’ll be curious and enthusiastic about the world we live in, renewable energy markets, carbon removals, our supply chain and our role within them. In your next role you’ll be looking for an opportunity to make a difference as part of a purpose-driven company and will bring ideas and your own interests to the wider team.

Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get: A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare with Vitality SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time Personal accident cover Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10% Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen. At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background.

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How to apply: Think this role for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com If you’re an internal candidate, It’s important to speak with your current line manager about your career development and any internal role you’re applying for.