Job Description
Client Solutions Associate within Renewable Energy
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\n - Work on large-scale renewable energy and storage projects nationwide
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\n - Exposure across the full development lifecycle
\n - Collaborative and technically driven project environment
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Our client, a well-established renewable energy developer, is seeking a Project Development Officer to support the delivery of utility-scale solar and stand-alone battery energy storage (BESS) projects across Australia.
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This role supports the end-to-end development lifecycle, working closely with the Origination Manager to progress projects from early-stage development through to financeable, construction-ready status. You will coordinate consultants, manage approvals, support grid connection activities, and contribute to the organisation's broader market presence.
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The Opportunity
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You will play a key role in advancing large-scale renewable energy projects by managing development activities, budgets, programs, and specialist inputs. The position suits someone who thrives in a technically complex, stakeholder-rich environment and enjoys seeing projects progress from concept to delivery.
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Key Responsibilities
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Project Development
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\n - Support projects from early development through to development close
\n - Manage project programs, budgets, documentation, and reporting
\n - Coordinate technical studies including site surveys, bushfire, acoustic, and environmental assessments
\n - Support development approvals and EPBC Act compliance
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Stakeholder & Client Engagement
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\n - Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and delivery partners
\n - Liaise with State and Federal Government departments to support approvals
\n - Manage community consultation activities where required
\n - Ensure clear and consistent communication on project progress
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Land & Approvals
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\n - Assist with securing site options, leases, and site-specific permits
\n - Support landowner and stakeholder engagement activities
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Grid Connection
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\n - Support grid connection applications and study packages
\n - Coordinate with network service providers, regulators, and internal grid teams
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Reporting
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\n - Prepare regular internal and client-facing project status reports
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About You
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You will bring experience supporting the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects and be confident managing consultants, approvals, and multidisciplinary workstreams.
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Experience
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\n - Utility-scale solar and/or stand-alone BESS development experience
\n - Consultant and stakeholder management across development phases
\n - Exposure to grid connection and regulatory approval processes
\n - Strong project administration, document control, and reporting capability
\n - Experience managing project programs and budgets
\n - High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
\n - Strong written and verbal communication skills
\n - Willingness to travel on an ad-hoc basis
\n - Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams
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Apply now by sending your resume or call Andrew Grealis from Advance Careers on 0431 243 335 for a confidential discussion.
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Seniority level
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Employment type
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Job function
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Industries
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\n - Services for Renewable Energy and Utilities
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