UK energy company, primarily focusing on power generation
EPUK Investments Ltd (EPUKI) is the UK division of Energetický a průmyslový holdings (EPH), a leading energy group of over 70 companies that owns and operates assets across Europe. EPH group employs circa 25,000 people internationally, owns €16.7bn of assets, generating €8.6bn of revenue and an EBITDA of €2.1bn. EPUKI was established in 2015 as the strategic platform for expanding the EPH group into the UK and Ireland energy markets. Since launching, EPUKI has made several acquisitions and now owns multiple renewable and flexible power generating assets. More recently, EPUKI has enjoyed repeated success in Capacity Market auctions that has enabled the development and construction of new generation across a range of fuel types. EPUKI has grown rapidly to revenues ~£1.5bn and EBITDA > £300m. We pride ourselves on an entrepreneurial culture and flat leadership structure where every colleague has the opportunity to make a real impact on our business. EPUKI is one of the largest independent generators in the UK and Ireland, with an asset base that covers multiple technologies and a range of revenue streams; these include fully merchant baseload and peaking plant and index traded baseload plants, providing a range of system services across the energy and balancing spectrum. Despite its significant market presence, EPUKI has a flat structure with fast paced decision making ability enabling better optimisation of market positions. The market continues to evolve and develop as the UK and Irish governments drive towards Net Zero with increasing challenges of renewables penetration, introduction of hydrogen and other new technologies.
Candidates should have a solid background in safe systems of work, including permit‑to‑work, method statements and risk assessments, and be accustomed to fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments such as heavy industry or power generation. They must demonstrate strong teamwork, a commitment to safety, self‑motivation, critical thinking and the ability to make decisions under time pressure. Good verbal communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset are also essential.
Essential qualifications include five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/Level 4, including Maths and English, a Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject (e.g., ONC, NVQ, A‑level), and an HNC (Level 4) in Engineering or a related field. Equivalent experience in power generation at a similar level is desirable.