Planning & Approvals Manager

3 days ago

Brisbane, Australia AGL Energy Full time

Join the change. Together, we’ll make history.

As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.

Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the role:
AGL’s Land Approvals & Environment team assists with securing land tenure agreements, obtaining Regulatory approvals, and managing Environmental compliance for AGL’s diverse range of energy projects.

As the Planning and Approval Manager you will be responsible for the development, delivery, implementation and management of regulatory approval pathway to support the pipeline of energy projects for our existing and future assets. Specific responsibilities include:

- Strategic development and coordination for obtaining regulatory approval for energy projects
- Facilitating workshops to align the approvals’ scope, assumptions and timelines
- Developing and implementing community, Government and internal stakeholder engagement plans to deliver the project requirements
- Identification of improvements, innovation and efficiencies within the land management and approval process

About You:
You will ideally have a background in Town Planning, Environmental Science / Engineering or similar with exposure to land access negotiation and regulatory approvals for energy industry projects or heavy industrial sites. Your advanced communication, interpersonal, influencing and stakeholder management skills will set you up for success.

What you’ll bring to the table:

- Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Environmental Science / Engineering or similar
- Experience in the project management of the regulatory approvals pathway
- Experience coordinating the development of Environmental Impact Statements with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience consulting to or working on energy industry project development or other heavy industrial land use projects
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to influence outcomes with a range of internal and external stakeholders

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:

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