Development Manager - Wind, Hydrogen & Solar

About TE H2

TEH2 is a new joint-venture established between TotalEnergies (80%) and Eren Groupe (20%) dedicated to the development, investment and operations of GW-scale Renewable Hydrogen (H2) projects globally. Created upon the successful acquisition of Total Eren (a renewable energy power producer with 3.7 GW of operating assets) by TotalEnergies (a leading global multi-energy company), TEH2 is led by David Corchia, the former founder and CEO of Total Eren and CEO of EDF Renewable Energy.

In Australia, TE H2 has 20 GW of renewable H2 projects in development and is seeking to integrate greenfield planning, community consultation and engineering expertise to proactive lead the projects through the environmental, planning and concept design phases. 

About the role

Based in Adelaide and reporting to the Development Lead, we are seeking an entrepreneurial self starter with greenfield development experience to join our growing Hydrogen team.

You will continue to develop our pipeline of large scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on wind, solar and hydrogen energy projects.

Supported by a driven and experienced team, you will work on exciting projects where your key responsibilities will include:

• Site identification and selection research for new large scale renewable energy projects;
• Assist with land acquisition and negotiations with landowners, including discussions on legal contracts;
• Working within the scope of environmental and planning legislation;
• Implementing risk mitigation strategies on greenfield projects;
• Identifying existing investment opportunities to quickly grow and commercialise our portfolio, whilst implementing de-risk protocols to drive positive economic outcomes;
• Implementing land access strategies, in line with State Government Land Access requirements, including negotiations for leasing, restricted land access arrangements and opportunities for preliminary activities;
• GIS Mapping to support site selection and the Development Team;
• Continuing to develop existing strong stakeholder relationships with State Governments, planning authorities, environmental groups and external consultants for surveys and reports etc;
• Guiding the planning and environmental risk assessments;
• Preparing and submitting Environmental Impact Statements, planning applications etc;
• Working with the Grid & Connection team on connection application and connection agreement processes and negotiations;
• Proactively dealing with and solving issues; and
• Ad hoc duties as required. 

 Qualifications

• Degree in Planning, Science, Engineering or Environmental discipline or a related subject;

Skills and experience

• Experience in developing Wind and PV solar farms, with proven ability to deliver project pipeline;
• Sound understanding of planning and environmental impact assessment requirements nationally;
• 2-5 years project development management experience in the energy sector in Australia; 
• Up to date knowledge of market trends and the emerging renewable energy sector;
• Mapping / G.I.S experience essential;
• Strong Project Management skills and a highly organised approach to work;
• High level negotiation skills;
• Strong communication skills;
• Current Drivers Licence; and
• Able to travel nationally as required.

Benefits and perks

• A highly competitive remuneration package and generous bonus opportunities;
• Genuine flexibility to help navigate the ongoing juggle of work and life;
• Growing team with excellent career progression opportunities throughout the Australia; and
• Paid parental leave, life insurance and discounted health insurance.

To be eligible for consideration all applicants must be an Australian Citizen / Australian Permanent Resident / New Zealand Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in Australia and be willing to undertake the necessary pre-employment checks which may include a Medical and a National Police Check.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.