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RATCH-Australia (RAC) is at the forefront of the renewable energy sector in Australia. Owning 12 generators totaling almost 1.7 GW, RAC is one of the largest Independent Power Producers in the country. This includes almost 1 GW of wind and solar and nearly 0.7GW of gas generation. The company is entering an exciting phase of growth with several wind, solar, battery and hybrid greenfield developments and upgrades at existing projects targeted for construction commencement in 2024 and beyond.
https://ratchaustralia.com/
The Opportunity
RAC has an exciting opportunity to join our Business Development team as Project Development Manager. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will play a key role in growing, managing and progressing the company's wind, solar and BESS development pipeline in the NEM and WEM from site identification through until at least financial close. The role will be varied and involve all aspects of taking a project through development to be ready for construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Renewable energy and BESS development, both internal portfolios and external assets, drawing on existing skills, expertise and industry relationships.
- Effectively manage Project Development with internal team & external specialists to complete development tasks according to agreed schedule & budget up to Financial Close.
- Effectively manage commercial negotiations with consultants, network companies, service and equipment providers for infrastructure asset development projects.
- Work with internal team when required in all aspects of Financial Close, including due diligence, project analysis, consortium discussions, financing, and managing internal approvals for successful delivery in a timely manner.
- Research & assess development assets in targeted market areas to identify project opportunities that meet the company’s criteria.
- Expand & maintain existing network of contacts and information sources to ensure timely access to information on market activities and potential business development opportunities.
- Support the company’s growth strategy by successfully developing and implementing programs and plans that deliver suitable infrastructure assets with cost-effective long-term alliances for operation and maintenance service contracts.
- Communicate and influence cross-functionally with all levels of management within the company.
Your Background
- 7 to 10 years’ experience in greenfield renewable energy and BESS Project Development.
- Strong project management skills with significant commercial acumen demonstrated by a track record of past success measured by superior outcomes for all stakeholders
- Essential to have experience and an understanding of the Project Development environment and the interplay between regulatory requirements, contracts, operations and commercial outcomes
- Demonstrable skills in developing and managing teams of multidiscipline skilled personnel to achieve goals and objectives within restricted timeframes
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant engineering, planning or related business discipline
About the Team
The Business Development team is responsible for delivery of the RAC development projects and delivering company growth. This means being involved in projects from first finding a site and performing all required development activities to secure financial close. This provides an exciting opportunity to see and manage projects through several parts of their lifecycle and play a significant role in the energy transition.
Working at RATCH Australia
The safety and sustainability of our people, community and environment is our focus. RAC therefore provides you with access to development opportunities, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, and work–life balance (including work from home). The company also has an inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered.
