Entity:
Supply, Trading & Shipping
Job Family Group:
Supply & Trading Group
Job Description:
About us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!
About the role
The Real Time Power Trader/Scheduler is responsible for all operational duties for BP's physical power obligations across all NERC regions. The role's main focus is operating, scheduling, managing, tracking and balancing all physical schedules within BP's Power Portfolio while being 100% compliant.
Key accountabilities
Real Time Trader is responsible for all operational duties for BP's physical power obligations across all NERC regions.
Must be compliant with all internal and external requirements.
Support the development and implementation of the Power team's business strategy.
Provide analytical support to all Power traders when requested.
Assist all internal BP affiliate relationships.
Help optimize BP’s North American assets.
Essential education, experience and requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field
Proven relevant experience scheduling and trading power preferred.
Knowledge of market rules and ISO protocols
Solid understanding of the optimization and scheduling of power assets, indluding storage, transmission, and generation offtake.
Familiarity with US ISOs with an emphasis in CAISO, MISO and PJM
Strong experience in bilateral WECC markets such as the Pacific Northwest, the Desert Southwest and the Southeast.
Relevant understanding of OASIS and OATI-E-tag environments
Must be able to multi-task and manage high pressure situations in a dynamic environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent analytical, computational, and critical thinking skills including proficiency in Excel.
Ability to develop analytical models and interpret market data is highly desired.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with critical time deadlines.
Experience with electrical systems operations, scheduling, tagging, power flows, and generation technologies.
Able to work on a 24/7 rotating shift.
Available to actively participate in bp’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP) when called upon.
Desirable Experience
Why join bp:
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!
Travel Requirement
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Ancillary cost management, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Competitor intelligence, Customer service delivery excellence, Demurrage, Developing and implementing strategy, Influencing, Inventory Management, Listening, Marine assurance, Mentoring, Negotiating, Problem Solving, Sentiment and Trends, Shipping/transport, Supply chain management, Trade discipline and compliance, Trading and scheduling operations, Trading Fundamentals, Trading knowledge, Troubleshooting, Voyage operations
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
