Developer - Land / Project origination - Renewables

Reporting to the Head of Origination, this role contributes to the origination and early-stage development of renewable development projects (wind, PV and BESS) by providing support in site identification, screening, land access agreements, grid connection solution and early-stage planning processes. Community and stakeholder engagement is a key element to this role as is the ability to build a robust business case for greenfield prospect sites.

Private Energy Partners (PEP) is a fast-growing renewable energy developer on a mission to accelerate the decarbonization of energy. We deliver utility-scale renewable energy projects, related infrastructure and drive industrial decarbonisation. Our projects are commercially successful, technologically advanced, and rooted in responsible development.

PEP is committed to expanding its renewable energy business in Australia. PEP is committed to having a long-term net positive impact on communities as part of our broader community partnership goals. PEP Australia aims to implement best practice standards in First Nations engagement, landholder relations, community engagement, neighbour engagement and local procurement in line with Australia regulatory and good practice standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a renewable energy enthusiast who is keen to learn, with 2+ years experience.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Work predominately with the Head of Origination and assisting the Head of Development to progress projects from site identification through to feasibility / planning studies.
• Support members of the technical team to develop layouts throughout the development process including supply and management of relevant technical information and report.
• Support consultation with landowners, negotiation of landowner agreements, legal dealings, and other correspondence as required.
• Support the management of external consultants to undertake studies throughout the development process.
• Support the stakeholder consultation process with local and/or State planning authorities, other regulators, general public, landowners, and other stakeholders.
• Support the production of Environmental Impact Statement documents, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation referrals and any other statutory applications required for project development.
• Provide on-ground support for project needs across environmental approvals, stakeholders and land access functions.
• Work together with members of the technical team to support the electrical grid connection process.
• Provide continued support to projects during pre-construction as required.
• Work effectively across multidisciplinary teams to understand project requirements and objectives.

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience as a project development officer, renewable developer or consultant within a related field such as land and approvals, commercial, stakeholder, environmental and planning or project engineering.

Education:

• Tertiary qualification (Renewable Energy, Planning, Environment, Geography, Business, Law, Engineering or Science related discipline)
• Current Driving License

Essentials:

• Keen interest in renewables
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to project sites
• Proficient communication and written skills.
• Analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in GIS and/or other graphical software is beneficial
• Ability to maintain effective and collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Project Management skills; budget, schedule and scoping experience

Personal Attributes:

• High level of passion for renewable energy and community development.
• Be willing to learn and attempt new tasks.
• High levels of self-motivation and organisation.
• Ability to be agile and resilient when managing diverse workloads with multiple priorities and delivering work to a high quality and on time.