Head of Development - Melbourne, Australia - The Green Recruitment Company

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Melbourne, Australia

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Description

Posted 03 July 2023

Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)

LocationMelbourne

Job type Permanent

DisciplineRenewable Energy & Infrastructure

ReferenceJDNLI-1JUL23

Contact NameJoaquin De Nevares

Overview:

TGRC is proud to be partnering with a leading player in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to developing and constructing a growing portfolio of renewable and storage assets.

With a strong focus on green energy and sustainability, our client are seeking a talented Head of Development to lead their ambitious project pipeline from greenfield to construction.

Role description:
As the Head of Development, you will be responsible for spearheading the development of our renewable energy projects.

Reporting directly to the Country Manager, you will play a pivotal role in devising and implementing project development strategies that align with our business objectives.

This position requires a combination of strategic thinking, project management expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep understanding of the renewable energy landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Development Responsibilities:

Develop and refine project strategies, goals, plans, and processes to achieve our ambitions.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance with legal requirements and optimize project design.
Manage planning and environmental processes for approvals.
Oversee project development, including risk mitigation, budget management, and resource allocation.
Cultivate stakeholder relationships and engage with local community, First Nations groups, and government authorities.
Work closely with Engineering for grid connection approvals.
Supervise and mentor project developers for team success.

Support Site Prospecting:

Collaborate with Engineering to identify potential project opportunities.
Coordinate land agreements with landlords and stakeholders.

Support Construction and Commercial Departments:

Identify investment opportunities and conduct due diligence.
Support commercial departments with project reporting and analysis.
Assist Construction and Asset Management teams with land and permit management.

Coordinate Project Approvals and Manage Internal Stakeholders:

Coordinate internal investment approvals.
Prepare project updates and materials for board meetings and shareholder engagements.

Requirements:

Tertiary education in a relevant field, such as engineering, environmental science, or business.
Proven track record of at least 8 years in power or renewable energy project development, including site identification, land lease negotiation, grid connection acquisition, and planning and environmental approvals.
Prior experience in selecting and collaborating with owner's engineers, legal advisors, and technical consultants would be advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically while effectively executing operational tasks.
Exceptional relationship management skills, especially in a flexible work environment.

If you have a passion for renewable project development and a genuine interest in shaping the future of green energy, this is an exciting opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the industry.