Renewable Energy Jobs - Why the Need?

By Gio C

Job Vacancy Indonesia, Employee, Vacancy  

Over the last few years, we are hearing many terms like "Renewable Energy Jobs - Waste Management Jobs" etc appearing on the scene, but when someone says "I work in the renewable energy sector", what exactly does this mean?

Put simply, renewable energy is energy that is generated from natural resources, resources like, rain, tides, sunlight, wind, solar etc. Or to put it another way, it is energy that can be replenished at the same rate that it is used. So somebody that works within the renewable energy field is basically working within one (or more) of these sectors.

Why the need for Renewable Energy Jobs?

It does seem like a bit of a fad and that everybody is jumping on the bandwagon, bandying around all this new terminology but the thing is that there is a more serious side to all of this.

Over the past few hundred years and up to today, we have been powering our lives using fuels such as coal, oil, gas, electricity and these we would class as 'dirty fuels' due to the pollution they create within the environment. Yes, even electricity as in the United States alone in 2009, 44.9% of electricity was generated by coal, 23.4% by natural gas, 20.3% nuclear fission, 1% petroleum and the remaining %'s in renewable energy.

As we keep hearing almost daily, we are slowly using up the energy resources within the planet and at the same time, we are warming up the environment and causing damage to the planet. This is where Renewable Energy comes in.

Today, we notice that more and solar farms are appearing and also wind turbines as we try to find ways of meeting mans needs for energy and also cleaning up the atmosphere with new cleaner fuels.

With the above in mind, one can see the answer to the question, Why the need for renewable energy jobs? Basically, they are needed so that we can keep living as we do, be it watching television, visiting family/friends via transport, working with any electrical devices, and, even going to the gym and using some of the Cardio Vascular machines that require power, but, doing it with clean energy and also energy that does not cost us the earth.

In their simplest form, renewable energy is:

- Solar Energy
- Wind Energy
- Geothermal Energy
- Bioenergy
- Hydropower

How does one get to work within these fields and what is required?

Most people that work within these fields are University Graduates that have spent years studying a specific area, or, some are people that have been in the industry for many years and just evolved along with the jobs and fallen into it.

If you would like to find out more, or are considering working within one of these areas, it is strongly recommended that you research your field and then contact your local careers centre to gain an understanding of what training you will require.

If you are already fully trained within your chosen field, then obviously your next step will be to find work, either within your country or work abroad.

Banks Need Tellers But List of Banking Positions Is Far More Extensive

By Lisa Jenkins

Job Vacancy Indonesia, Employee, Vacancy

There's no doubt that the first job that comes to mind when people think of banks is the teller position. That's because we all go to the bank and work with tellers on a regular basis. But teller jobs are really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to available careers in the banking industry. In fact, depending on the size of the bank, a bank's branches and their staff members may represent a small percentage of the company's total employees.

Most banks divide their business into two large divisions: retail banking positions and corporate positions. Retail banking employees include anyone that is front-facing a customer. In other words, retail employees are tellers, branch managers, personal bankers, customer service representatives, and all other employees who provide products or services to the bank's customers. Simple research on the Web will yield a detailed listing of these jobs (as well as corporate jobs); their descriptions, educational requirements, skills and abilities needed, and salary ranges. Many job seekers overlook corporate positions, many of which are unique to the banking industry.

But then, there are the corporate jobs that are needed and available at most companies: accounting personnel, human resource positions, purchasing employees, etc. These are the positions you may overlook when thinking of a career in banking. Here is a list of some of the corporate positions in banking you may not have considered. Keep in mind this is not a comprehensive list! There are many other corporate positions.

• Accounts receivable clerk

• Accounts receivable manager

• Accounts payable clerk

• Accounts payable manager

• Accounting clerk

• Accounting, tax specialist

• Accounting, financial reporting

• Accounting manager

• Corporate Communications

• Data Entry clerk

• Data Entry manager

• Human Resources, recruiter

• Human Resources, benefits specialist

• Human Resources, salary specialist

• Human Resources, manager

• Marketing, coordinator

• Marketing, media relations

• Marketing, advertising coordinator

• Marketing, online products

• Marketing, manager

• Purchasing, clerk

• Purchasing, supervisor

Why Consider a Career in Banking

So you may be thinking, why should I choose one of these jobs at a bank, rather than any other business or company? The No. 1 answer to that question is job security. The banking industry is only second in longevity to the government. While banks are constantly changing, merging, etc, they still provide an essential service, like grocery stores and drug stores. Obtaining a job at a bank will provide you with a more stable work environment. Just be sure to choose a bank that is well-established and in good standing with the public and financially.

Another benefit of working at a bank is its, well, benefits. While banks may not pay top salaries to all of their employees, they do try to offer a total compensation package that may make up for a smaller salary with benefits such as more paid vacation and holiday time, better or less expensive medical and dental insurance, and employee discounts on bank products and services.

If you choose to work for a large bank, there may also be more opportunities for advancement than at other companies in the area.

Thinking of a Career Change - Oil and Gas Recruitment

By Paul B Smith

Job Vacancy Indonesia, Employee, Vacancy

At some point, everyone considers a change in career. That may be through personal choice - perhaps your current job no longer presents you with enough of a challenge to maintain your interest. Or it could be through forced redundancy and a wish to pursue a different path. Maybe you're just tired of the same old nine to five desk job. For anyone thinking of a career change that could lead to advancement, new skills training and a decent pay packet at the end of the month, the oil and gas industry is worth serious consideration.

A complex and multi-faceted industry

Oil and gas jobs don't just mean working on a rig or drilling platform. The industry is a complex and multi-faceted one, filled with opportunities for both the outdoor type and those who prefer not to get their hands too dirty. Oil and gas exploration involves a huge 'backroom' operation including environmental surveying, personnel management, recruitment and rig jobs. While the image of the industry may be of men in hard-hats and gloves wrestling with heavy machinery, the truth is that the oil and gas industry is a modern business, tackling a wide range of issues and challenges.

The main draw for many into oil and gas jobs is the pay. Even entry-level positions bring with them salary advantages that you will not find in other, less challenging industries. This is particularly true for younger applicants joining the industry on the lowest rungs. The additional benefit of rapid advancement for those who show an aptitude for the job means that moving up to more highly skilled and highly paid jobs within the industry is much more achievable in a relatively short space of time.

Know who to talk to

But it pays to know who to talk to. Oil and gas recruitment agencies specialise purely in jobs within the industry, and have the ability to place suitable candidates into the right positions. They also have the contacts within the industry and are able to know what's available and when. From degree-level candidates to those with fewer qualifications but a willingness to work hard, oil and gas recruitment agencies can marry up the right person with the right job.

For those who are willing to work away from home for a while and to put in long hours, the rewards are great. Rig teams develop close bonds with one another, and although rig work can be hard and sometimes dangerous, a camaraderie develops that you are unlikely to find in other industries. For those more interested in research and development, the industry is constantly looking at new ways to extend the planet's natural resources and extract them as cleanly and efficiently as possible. So research and development is a key area of employment within the industry, offering degree-level candidates life-long careers that are challenging and interesting.

The result is an industry that actively encourages new ideas, new talent and presents new opportunities for those looking for a career, rather than 'just a job'. With new fields constantly being opened up, this wealth of opportunity looks set to continue for a long time to come and those who want to be a part of it would be well advised to consider looking at a career in the oil and gas industry.