Renewable Energy Project Lead

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Shell Energy Full time

About Shell Energy

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At Shell Energy, we're committed to helping our customers reduce their environmental footprint. We believe that by working together, we can create a more sustainable future.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Development Manager to join our Strategy and Portfolio Development team in Melbourne. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for leading land and planning activities for large-scale dispatchable assets under development by Shell Energy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the identification of new power development opportunities, including greenfield sites that require initial discussions and negotiations with landowners;
  • Progress renewable and firming energy sites from greenfield and early stage development to financial close;
  • Lead all aspects of the development function, including site selection, planning, and obtaining necessary permits and approvals, liaison with relevant stakeholders, and contract negotiation;
  • Responsible for obtaining, maintaining, and complying with approvals (specifically Development Approval, secondary consents). Ensure development risks are managed and understood to enable Final Investment Decision and Financial Close.
  • Manage project teams of multidisciplinary internal and external resources;
  • Management of contracts and contractors, requisitions, orders, and invoices associated with projects;
  • Development of required inputs for management papers, Board papers, and commercial negotiations as required – this includes regular liaison with internal stakeholders and service providers in legal, finance, engineering, commercial, etc.
  • Support contracts preparation, negotiation, and execution, including EPC, O&M/LTSA, D&C, and Supply and Commissioning contracts;
  • Oversee local community consultation and engagement.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience within the Australian energy sector and knowledge of the power generation competitive landscape and market rules, regulations, and players;
  • Excellent knowledge of grid connection processes in the east and west coast jurisdictions, together with the relevant NER rules;
  • Proven experience as a project developer, including extensive experience in early stage planning and development of site selection, environmental assessment, and permitting process;
  • Knowledge and experience of site selection, environmental assessment, and the permitting processes;
  • Drive and ambition to lead multiple projects through the early stage project life cycle;
  • Excellent stakeholder management capabilities;
  • Experience in sourcing, building, and managing strong industry and customer relationships;
  • The ability to engage and collaborate effectively across multi-functional teams and interface with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, based in various locations;
  • Experience and/or understanding of electricity retailing, financial markets, including futures;
  • An ability to visit sites as required;
  • Degree in engineering, finance, environmental planning, or relevant equivalent is required.

About You

We're looking for an experienced professional who shares our passion for renewable energy and is committed to making a positive impact on the environment. You'll have a strong background in project development, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, plus superannuation and other benefits. Our benefits package includes flexible working arrangements, generous paid parental leave options, and an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Why Choose Us?

We're a dynamic and innovative company that's committed to making a difference in the world. Our people are passionate about renewable energy and are dedicated to delivering exceptional results. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, where you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career.

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