Decarbonisation Research Analyst

Decarbonisation Research Analyst

Join ABL Group, a global independent energy and marine consultant, to drive the energy transition across renewables, maritime, and oil & gas sectors.

You will provide analytical and research support to decarbonisation projects, contributing to consultancy services focused on energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and technology assessment. The role combines technical research, data analysis, fieldwork, and client‑facing activities.

• Research decarbonisation technologies (e.g., OPS, BESS, hybrid/electric vessels, power management systems, operational measures).
• Stay up to date with emerging regulations, technologies, and energy‑efficiency practices.
• Use diverse research methods, including internet research, AIS/satellite data, stakeholder interviews, site visits, and data modelling.
• Prepare, update, and validate datasets and data models.
• Ensure project deliverables meet required data specifications and identify potential risks.
• Analyse and interpret data to produce clear, client‑focused reports and summaries.
• Undertake client visits, surveys, and audits on vessels, ports, terminals, and industrial facilities.
• Support business development through proposal contributions and client presentations.
• Comply with all company QHSE policies and procedures.

• MSc/MEng in a STEM discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an analyst in the energy sector or academia.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Extensive data QA/QC experience.
• Ability to manage large datasets accurately.
• Understanding of energy systems, energy conversion, and energy‑efficiency fundamentals.
• Strong communication and data‑visualisation skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel capability.
• Strong interest in energy, decarbonisation, and continuous learning.
• Self‑motivated, energetic, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Flexibility to travel and work at various locations within the region as needed.

• Electrical engineering background.
• Energy management systems qualifications.
• Experience in maintenance engineering or maintenance build projects.
• Programming skills (VBA, SQL, Python).
• Power BI or other BI tools.
• Maritime sector knowledge.
• Experience with industrial energy management systems or audits.

• You must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.

We will be conducting interviews continuously and reserve the right to take down the advert when we have found the right candidate. For your application to be taken into consideration, please submit your application via the link provided on this page.

At ABL Group, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive, regardless of background, identity, or role. We support flexible working, accessible environments, and employee wellbeing. Even if your experience doesn’t match every requirement, we encourage you to apply; your unique perspective could be just what we need.