Head of Wind Development in Sydney, Australia

Purpose of the role

To generate new business, develop solar, wind, BESS and hybrid projects and carry out supplementary tasks to ensure that the Business Development team reach their set targets.

Duties and responsibilities

• To originate, develop and optimise solar, wind, BESS and hybrid projects • To manage a team of developers

• To manage the development of a portfolio of in-house developed, introduced and/or acquired projects from initiation to financial close

• To develop new business opportunities

• To develop strong working relationships and liaise closely with other business divisions including engineering, planning, grid, energy markets, delivery, legal and finance to assist in the development of projects

• To align development strategy with specific strategic objectives

• To increase our industry presence and influence through engagement with key stakeholders

• To align with and participate in state specific industry groups

• To assist other developers by carrying out supporting activities when needed

• To understand and develop company strategies and develop business and business practices accordingly

• To work with the Development team and other departments to improve processes and efficiency.

In addition, the Employee will perform such other duties, appropriate to the position as the Company may from time to time require.

PERSONAL SKILLS

Knowledge

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills required

• Understanding of renewables industry, energy and environmental issues

• Technical understanding of solar, wind and BESS development and construction

• Understanding of environmental planning constraints

• Understanding of commercial activities including financial models, funding arrangements and legals

• Varied experience in private and public sector, showing adaptability and ability to learn quickly.

Work Skills

Driving License

General Skills/Attributes

Professional and Technical

Ability to develop and update professional knowledge and skills.

Ability to apply professional knowledge and skills in advancement of business objectives.

Services

Carries out development of Solar sites.

Quickly and successfully implements changes and improvements in operational activities and services.

Effectively carries out tasks that are required by the Development team in addition to carrying out own role.

Strategy Adapts to changes in Lightsource’s and Development team’s strategy whilst developing own strategy to achieve personal goal of competently developing projects.

People

Assesses own development needs and develops self to improve job performance and fulfil future potential.

Contributes to the team ethos of Lightsource.

Information and Communication The ability to evaluate and convey complex information to others in an effective manner through persuasive communication, negotiating skills and clear presentation skills in both verbal and written contexts.

Experience Required

• Bachelors Degree in related discipline

Proven track record of :

• B2C and B2B engagement

• Management of utility-scale Solar, Wind, and or BESS development projects from initiation to financial close • Developing and managing work projects, deadlines and task-related resources

• Adapting to new challenges and learning swiftly

• Completing tasks on schedule with excellent quality

• Negotiation skills and communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.

Head of Wind Development