Power Risk Engineer Insurance

Sector: Insurance / Power Generation / Construction Risk

Our client, a leading name in the insurance sector, is seeking experienced Power Construction Risk Engineers to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to bring your technical expertise and risk management skills to a dynamic and reputable organization that provides innovative solutions to complex challenges in power generation and construction industries.

This role offers flexibility, with the option to work hybrid or fully remote, while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver best-in-class risk management advice to clients, brokers, and underwriters. If you have a passion for engineering and risk analysis, coupled with a drive to make a tangible impact in the insurance sector, this could be your next career move.

• Risk Assessment & Management: Provide expert risk management advice to internal and external stakeholders, focusing on power generation and construction-related projects.
• Tool Development: Design and implement efficient, cost-effective tools and solutions to reduce financial risks for the company and its clients.
• Knowledge Sharing: Analyse claims data to identify trends and incorporate lessons learned into the underwriting process, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and the insurance market to reinforce the company's reputation as a leading professional and ethical insurer.
• Program Development: Collaborate with underwriters, insureds, and brokers to develop and execute effective risk management programmes.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, enhancing workflows and team performance to deliver the best outcomes.
• Training & Development: Expand your expertise beyond core areas to support underwriting and claims functions, delivering training and educational support to teams.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Education: A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with property risk hazards in power generation construction and operation, including projects like:
  • Biomass and Energy from Waste facilities
  • Gas and steam turbine generators
  • Hydro turbines and internal combustion engines
  • Heavy industrial machinery in non-power industries
• Hands-On Expertise: Practical experience gained in the power generation industry or the insurance sector, with progressive responsibility in roles involving risk management or engineering solutions.
• Professional Qualifications: Certifications in Fire Engineering, Risk Management, Process Safety, or similar disciplines.
• Fire Protection Knowledge: Proficiency in implementing property protection solutions, including passive and active fire systems aligned with international standards such as NFPA 850 (Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants).
• Insurance Experience: While experience with a leading insurer or reinsurer is preferred, it is not essential.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication and negotiation abilities
  • Capability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team