AddressAre you ready to join a leading global renewable energy company that is making a positive impact on the world?
X-ELIO is a top developer in the solar sector, with a strong track record of delivering 5 GW of renewable energy projects in 13 countries across 5 continents.
Owned by Brookfield, X-ELIO is focused on developing and constructing highly profitable and eco-friendly solar, energy storage, and H2 plants.
With over 13 GW of new projects in development in 7 key markets, there are endless opportunities for growth and success at X-ELIO.
Reporting to the Development Manager based in Melbourne, we are looking for a Project Developer based in Melbourne.
What will you do?
The Project Developer will lead the development of a number of PV and ES projects from greenfield to construction.
- Coordinate with and guide internal departments through the development stages to ensure the fulfilment of all legal requirements and full optimization of project design.
- Manage planning and environmental processes to obtain the approvals required for the construction and operation of PV and ES projects.
- Oversight across the various development processes including identifying key risks to project timelines and managing budget and resource
- Manage stakeholder management (especially the local community, First Nations groups and government authorities), in a way that is respectful, effective and aligned with the business's values.
- In coordination with the Engineering department, progress each project's interconnection process to secure grid connection approvals in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Oversee the commercial review and negotiation of development-related agreements, including consultancy agreements and connection agreements. Provide technical input into EPC and O&M agreements and risk allocation frameworks between these parties.
- Coordinate with the Land Acquisition Manager on the negotiation and management of land and relevant landlords and stakeholders.
- Support commercial departments in respect of project reporting and analysis.
- Support the Construction and Asset management teams in respect of land and permit management.
- With the Development Manager, coordinate development projects' progress through internal investment approvals, including preparing and presenting project updates and internal papers for investment approvals.
What do we need?
- Tertiary education in a relevant field such as engineering, environment, science or business related fields.
- 4+ years proven experience in power or renewable energy project development including identification of sites, negotiation of land leases or options, securing grid connections and planning and environmental approvals.
- Specific experience with community engagement and stakeholder management would be valued
- Prior experience of scoping and selecting owner's engineers, legal and other technical advisors would be a plus.
- Evidence of high-functioning relationship management skills in a flexible work environment.
What do we offer:
- Permanent contract
- Superannuation
- Hybrid telework model
- 20 days of Holidays
