This is a full-time position.
ACLE Services specialises in renewable energy project development throughout Australia. We have a proven track record with over 30 projects in our portfolio. We are focused on developing utility-scale Solar Farms & Battery Energy Storage Systems. Key milestones of our development include: Site selection & acquisition; Project planning & management; Development Permit & Grid connection approval process management. As part of the development team, you have the responsibility to create innovative new technology opportunities that reflect market trend. The role will focus on renewable energy innovation and introduce new technology projects with capacity of over 350MW across Victoria and New South Wales.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Client
1. Development of professional relationships at all levels
2. Maximise penetration to create ongoing opportunities
3. Manage communication flow to ensure clear understanding of project progress
Stakeholders
1. Manage interaction with a wide variety of Government Departments both State and Federal to gain relevant approvals
2. Presenting project concept and proposal to councillors and MPs where necessary
3. Selection of relevant consultants/experts to provide supporting services to specific project needs
4. Manage output quality and quantity of providers
5. Local community consultation and engagement
6. Active involvement in relevant industry forums to raise company profile
7. Facilitate structured meetings with external investors and co-developers during pre- development and post-development stages
8. Create, manage and update project data room and facilitate communication
Land
1. Securing options to lease and purchase agreement for individual and consolidated land
2. Creating new opportunities through landowner engagement
3. Negotiating site specific location in relation to environmental impacts with landowners
4. Securing third party land rights and caveats
5. Securing mortgagee consent where required
Project Design
1. Arranging site surveys to accommodate new developing projects
2. Collaborating with project engineers to create geotechnical survey scope of work
3. Managing development application process from inception to post approval
4. Reviewing development consented conditions in preparation for construction
5. Creating management plans for stakeholder endorsement prior to construction
Grid Interconnection
1. Facilitating grid interconnection application processes from inception to connection approval
2. Negotiating plant study requirements, timeframes and fees
3. Managing PoC identification and compliance where required
Reporting
1. Reporting directly to Project Director
2. Monthly project status reporting is required for internal review
3. Monthly project status and reporting as required tailored to client needs
4. Ad-hoc as requested
Skills & Experience required for the position:
Proven track record of managing development lifecycle of renewable energy projects over 350MW capacity in Victoria and New South Wales;
Proven track record of managing a portfolio of renewable energy projects simultaneously through development lifecycle in Victoria and New South Wales;
Previous experience coordinating entire connection process with Ausnet Services and TransGrid;
Previous experience managing development application and planning applications with Department of Planning Industry and Environment as well as Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning;
Have a minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in utility scale Battery Energy Storage and Solar farm project development & management with a proven track record;
Have business acumen and strategic thinking skills Project leadership and management skills;
Plan projects from conception to implementation;
Plan, manage and execute each phase of the project life cycle Planning and forecasting;
Tracking and monitoring Cost management Scheduling;
Quality management;
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication;
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workloads;
Ability to work under pressure and autonomously;
Self-starter with a strong focus on delivering high-value results
ACLE Services specialises in renewable energy project development throughout Australia. We have a proven track record with over 30 projects in our portfolio. We are focused on developing utility-scale Solar Farms & Battery Energy Storage Systems. Key milestones of our development include: Site selection & acquisition; Project planning & management; Development Permit & Grid connection approval process management. As part of the development team, you have the responsibility to create innovative new technology opportunities that reflect market trend. The role will focus on renewable energy innovation and introduce new technology projects with capacity of over 350MW across Victoria and New South Wales.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Client
1. Development of professional relationships at all levels
2. Maximise penetration to create ongoing opportunities
3. Manage communication flow to ensure clear understanding of project progress
Stakeholders
1. Manage interaction with a wide variety of Government Departments both State and Federal to gain relevant approvals
2. Presenting project concept and proposal to councillors and MPs where necessary
3. Selection of relevant consultants/experts to provide supporting services to specific project needs
4. Manage output quality and quantity of providers
5. Local community consultation and engagement
6. Active involvement in relevant industry forums to raise company profile
7. Facilitate structured meetings with external investors and co-developers during pre- development and post-development stages
8. Create, manage and update project data room and facilitate communication
Land
1. Securing options to lease and purchase agreement for individual and consolidated land
2. Creating new opportunities through landowner engagement
3. Negotiating site specific location in relation to environmental impacts with landowners
4. Securing third party land rights and caveats
5. Securing mortgagee consent where required
Project Design
1. Arranging site surveys to accommodate new developing projects
2. Collaborating with project engineers to create geotechnical survey scope of work
3. Managing development application process from inception to post approval
4. Reviewing development consented conditions in preparation for construction
5. Creating management plans for stakeholder endorsement prior to construction
Grid Interconnection
1. Facilitating grid interconnection application processes from inception to connection approval
2. Negotiating plant study requirements, timeframes and fees
3. Managing PoC identification and compliance where required
Reporting
1. Reporting directly to Project Director
2. Monthly project status reporting is required for internal review
3. Monthly project status and reporting as required tailored to client needs
4. Ad-hoc as requested
Skills & Experience required for the position:
Proven track record of managing development lifecycle of renewable energy projects over 350MW capacity in Victoria and New South Wales;
Proven track record of managing a portfolio of renewable energy projects simultaneously through development lifecycle in Victoria and New South Wales;
Previous experience coordinating entire connection process with Ausnet Services and TransGrid;
Previous experience managing development application and planning applications with Department of Planning Industry and Environment as well as Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning;
Have a minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in utility scale Battery Energy Storage and Solar farm project development & management with a proven track record;
Have business acumen and strategic thinking skills Project leadership and management skills;
Plan projects from conception to implementation;
Plan, manage and execute each phase of the project life cycle Planning and forecasting;
Tracking and monitoring Cost management Scheduling;
Quality management;
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication;
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workloads;
Ability to work under pressure and autonomously;
Self-starter with a strong focus on delivering high-value results
