* Melbourne office location with regional travel as required
* Learn from some of the industry's best in a small, dynamic team
* $80,000 - $120,000 + super + bonus
Phillip Riley has partnered with an Australian renewable energy developer, investor and operator in its search for a Project Developer to join the Melbourne team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early career professionals to learn about best-practice project development principles from some of the best in the industry.
Reporting to the Head of Development and collaborating close with an agile team of capable and experienced industry professionals, you will support site finding and assessments, landholder engagement, feasibility analysis, GIS, and general project coordination work streams.
About the Role
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Planning and coordinating site prospecting activities, including identifying, assessing and securing projects and sites across Australia;
* Coordinating development activities across land, planning, environment, engineering, design, grid, delivery, procurement, commercial, operations, offtake and finance for select projects;
* Plan and monitor development activities for allocated projects through schedule, budget, plans and reports.
* Engaging with key stakeholders including landholders, indigenous groups, community, government, regulators, agencies and contractors.
* Preparing and present project information and reports to internal and external stakeholders;
* Working with the broader team to optimise project economics and business cases;
* Assist in the assessment of project acquisition opportunities from time to time;
* Traveling to project site with team members as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and experience:
* Degree-level qualifications (or equivalent) in engineering, planning, project management, commerce, business, or agriculture (required);
* Experience in data analysis, modelling, GIS, or project management (preferred);
* Understanding of renewable energy and storage technologies (preferred);
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
* Avid learner with an interest in learning from experienced colleagues and acquiring new responsibilities as the business grows;
* Adaptable and flexible approach to work with strong problem solving,
negotiation, and time management skills;
* Exposure to agriculture, farming, land agreements or community engagement (beneficial);
* Experience in renewable energy generation (advantageous).
How to apply
Please "Apply Now" to submit a copy of your updated resume.
If you require more information or would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Olivia on oliviab@phillipriley.com.au or (03) 8521 7454.
The Phillip Riley Group respect and recognise the value of equal employment opportunities and are committed to promoting fairness, equality and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.