Energy Market Operator & Analyst — Hybrid Role

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the energy sector is looking for a Market Operator to join their team in Belfast. In this critical operational role, you will operate and monitor electricity market auctions and support real-time balancing of supply and demand. The ideal candidate will have strong numerical and analytical skills, along with experience in data-focused operational roles. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and hybrid working options, making it an excellent opportunity for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Pension

Private medical cover

Enhanced leave and wellbeing benefits

Structured training and certification

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Typically 3 years' experience in a data-focused and/or critical operational role.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience using multiple systems simultaneously and ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor electricity market auctions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of market data.
• Participate in trading desk rota and related training.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Intermediate-level Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work effectively within a team

Tools

MS Office

File management systems (e.g. SharePoint)

Job description

A leading organization in the energy sector is looking for a Market Operator to join their team in Belfast. In this critical operational role, you will operate and monitor electricity market auctions and support real-time balancing of supply and demand. The ideal candidate will have strong numerical and analytical skills, along with experience in data-focused operational roles. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and hybrid working options, making it an excellent opportunity for career advancement.