Senior Project Developer (Solar)

Join a globally integrated renewables developer that specialises in the development, financing, EPC, O&M as well as asset management of solar power plants. With European origins my client has a portfolio that surpasses 1GWp worldwide and conducts business with over 50 countries globally. With a focus on project development your role will be responsible for taking hold of a portfolio of projects post origination of land and ensuring that projects progress to pre-construction aligned with schedule, cost, permits & approvals etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall delivery of solar farm projects through to investment case stage
• Engagement with the relevant authorities to progress environmental and planning approvals
• Provision of accurate and timely assessment of development issues, risks and opportunities
• Manage development issues as they emerge within projects with the appropriate stakeholders
• Maintain trusting and productive project landholder relationships from initiation through to construction handover
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders including local, state and federal government staff and local community representatives

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in either town and regional planning, environmental planning, commerce, business management, science or engineering
• 4+ years experience in the development of renewables projects (utility solar desired - can come from land or environment etc background)
• Understanding of the grid connection process as it relates to Australian renewable energy developments
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate successful project development outcomes with key government and non-government stakeholders
• Available to travel regularly to regional and interstate locations as required
• Valid Australian driver’s license