Manager, Land And Approvals Operations

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:

As the Manager, Land and Approvals Operations you will take responsibility for legal and compliance issues concerning Land and regulatory approval processes. The role is based primarily at Bayswater Power Station but you will work across all assets including existing thermal generation, wind, hydro and solar power generation sites.

What you’ll be doing:

• Advise the Integrated Energy Senior Leadership team on a diverse range of issues relating to our Land and Approvals strategy for operations
• Lead and manage the evaluation and execution of land, infrastructure and regulatory approval for our operational sites
• Build and maintain effective strategic and operational relationships with local, state and federal Government to effectively negotiate regulatory and other approvals
• Lead and develop a team of Land and Approvals professionals
• Identification and development of priorities and project approval pathways
• Coordinate, develop and implement a strategy and timeline for obtaining approvals for energy projects and operational assets
• Lead the team to manage the environmental assessment process for operational assets by coordinating external consultants and gaining input from key internal personnel
• Identify opportunities for improvements, innovation and efficiencies across Land and Approvals

About You:

You will ideally have extensive experience in land Approvals and access for greenfield and brownfield sites, but most importantly your experience with stakeholder management, negotiation, problem solving and project delivery will set you up for success.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or similar
• Advanced communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Strategic planning capability, utilising internal and external stakeholders
• A continuous improvement mindset
• Experience leading and developing teams

We’d love to see your application, submitted by Wednesday 7th February.

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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