AddressAbout Us
Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.
We are 100% Australian owned and have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of 20GW.
The Role
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Project Manager, responsible for taking a development project, or projects, through to development approval and to work as part of a wider team to deliver projects to financial close. The role involves integrating technical design and environmental assessment recommendations that result in a flexible yet optimal project.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a core project team
- Prepare and present internal reporting documentation
- Manage and lead the compilation of site data, including topographic and cadastral data, site constraints, property schedule, residence matrix and stakeholder management plan.
- Work with members of the technical team to develop layouts throughout the development process.
- Manage and lead consultation with landowners, negotiation of landowner agreements, legal dealings, and other correspondence as required.
- Manage and lead external consultants to undertake studies throughout the development process.
- Manage and lead the stakeholder consultation process with local and/or State planning authorities, other regulators, general public, landowners, and other stakeholders.
- Manage and lead the production of the relevant State environmental assessment and statutory planning approvals documents, Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act referrals, and any other statutory applications required for project development.
- Conduct regular site visits to consult with project stakeholders, assist in on-site studies where required, inspect monitoring equipment as required and escort clients and contractors around sites.
- Provide continued support to projects during pre-construction, construction and operation as required.
- Maintain a sound knowledge of the environmental assessment, planning and permitting processes within the State of operation.
- Maintain a sound knowledge of energy policy development, attend industry conferences where relevant or required and review relevant media articles.
About you
You will have:
- A minimum of five 5 years of relevant work experience as a Project Manager or consultant within the environmental and planning sector.
- Bachelor's degree or greater in studies such as town planning, business, environmental science, engineering (desirable).
- Demonstrated experience in State Significant Developments.
- An understanding of GIS capabilities.
- Familiarity with landowner, stakeholder and planning elements of the wind farm development process (desirable).
- Ability to undertake extensive domestic travel to project locations in rural and regional Australia.
- Computer literacy and strong competence with the Microsoft 365 suite of software is fundamental to this role.
- A current Australian driver’s licence.
What’s on Offer
In addition to a competitive remuneration package combined with attractive benefits, employees have the opportunity to access training and career development, and workplace flexibility. Squadron Energy also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Visit www.squadronenergy.com to learn more about us.
Driving a diverse, inclusive and respectful culture
We’re committed to safe, healthy and respectful workplaces. A place where everyone matters always. We welcome and celebrate the differences and similarities among people including gender, identity, ethnicity, race, heritage, sexual orientation, disability, age, culture, religion, language, appearance, parental status and education. We believe diverse experiences and perspectives not only make us more innovative, productive and engaged, but are crucial to our success. If you require assistance to apply for this job because of disability or special needs, please contact us here. No other requests will be acknowledged.
To apply
Please click on the "Apply" button above. Applications close on 31/05/2022. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements to be considered for the role. Please monitor your email regarding communication on progress of your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy has existing relationships with recruiters. No cold calling from recruiters please.
