Manager Commercial Development

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:

Contribute to the development and execution of AGL’s energy transition strategy by managing the commercial and strategic workstreams of AGL's low carbon generation growth opportunities including potential acquisitions, and the disciplined development of existing generation project opportunities.

The role is responsible for the Commercial Development of high capital value generation projects ($100m - $1.5b) for submission to AGL Board and/or financiers.

What you’ll be doing:

Project Development

• Co-ordinate and manage internal and external resources and contractors through the implementation of complex power development projects within the NEM to meet time and cost forecasts.
• Assist with the development of procurement and commercial strategies to assist with the development of power projects within allocated timeframes whilst maximising commercial outcomes for the AGL.
• Contribute to the negotiation of high value contracts for project acquisition, power plant construction, transmission connection, real estate, consultancies, and other agreements necessary to deliver power projects.
• Manage contracts with external consultants and contractors for the delivery of development and due diligence activities.
• Identify, manage, and report on key risks and issues.

Business development

• Contribute to the preparation of business cases for the approval of power generation opportunities to a level sufficient to be recommended to the Board for investment approval ($100m-$1,500m).
• Undertake market screening activities to develop and maintain relationships with potential OEMs and construction contractors for AGL's development opportunities. 
• Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environment Systems and goals are introduced and adhered to while meeting the organisations policies and standards for HSE Management.  

AGL Values

Demonstrate the AGL values by acting in the best interests of AGL at all times and working together across the business to create the best overall results and decisions. Encouraging the sharing of skills and experience and contributing to the success of the business at all levels, through:

• Coaching project team members as part of project delivery,
• Collaborating with the team on lessons learned reviews, and
• Sharing and seeking access to knowledge base of broader Integrated Energy team.

About You:

The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience and qualifications:

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the OEM and contractor market for the development and construction of utility-scale generation projects.
• Understanding of energy markets and value drivers for large scale generation projects, in particular renewables and storage.
• Ideally experienced in the development or negotiation of large-scale renewable generation projects, including wind, pumped hydro or storage.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in power industry and/or similar commercial roles.
• Understanding of NEM rules and connection requirements for projects.
• Exposure to development process from concept to investment commitment.
• Bachelor or post-graduate level tertiary qualifications preferred, preferably in at least one of Finance, Commerce, Law or Engineering.

We’d love to see your application, submitted by Tuesday 23rd April .

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: www.agl.com.au/careers 

AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

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