Join the global leader in sustainable energy solutions as a Project Development Manager, driving wind energy projects from concept to financial close across Australia.

In this dynamic role, you'll be part of Vestas' Australian Development team, leading the development of a wind farm in the Western Downs region of Queensland. This is a project with outstanding fundamentals: cleared farmland, excellent wind resource, flat and highly constructable terrain, and strong grid capacity in one of the state's highest-demand regions. Ecological surveys are complete, early contractor input is shaping the design, and it's tracking toward DA — with one of the lowest LCOEs in the state.

As the successful candidate you will work across land agreements, environmental permitting, grid connection, stakeholder engagement, and financial modelling — helping shape the future of renewable energy. You will be aided by Vestas' considerable experience in delivering wind power projects in Australia.

This position has a multi-faceted approach which includes direct communication with the local community, working with external professional entities to finalise agreements and engaging external consultants. Experience with renewable energy projects is desirable and we welcome those who have similar experience in developing large rural infrastructure projects.

Ideally you will need to be a people person who is the face of the project for the local community. This will involve liaising with council, local community groups and members of the community with questions or concerns. Join the team which has quickly established itself as one of the biggest wind energy developers in the region.

The role will ideally be located in Melbourne or Brisbane and will involve travel to project sites across eastern Australia.

Responsibilities

- Engage with local, state and federal permitting authorities and assist with preparation of environmental impact assessment studies and reports to secure permits
- Build relationships with host landowners and close neighbours
- Identify,



engage and manage environmental and technical consultants, legal advisors and other service providers to advance development activities within target timeframes
- Drive the development of technical designs to support land agreements, environmental permitting and financial modelling
- Liaise with NSPs, AEMO, consultants and internal teams to manage grid connection studies and connection application processes
- Assist with community engagement through development and distribution of collateral, organisation of community events, and management of local stakeholders

Qualifications

- Technical, engineering or business degree background
- Experience in wind farm project development
- Demonstrated experience with commercial contracting and negotiation
- Self-motivated with excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills
- Demonstrated ability to engage and build relationships with people
- Positive, outgoing personality
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion
- Project development, commercial negotiation or project management experience

What We Offer

- A highly cutting-edge, supportive and international environment with substantial opportunities for professional development
- The chance to work on some of the most exciting upcoming renewable energy projects in the region
- A purpose-driven career where your work directly contributes to a more sustainable future
- A culture that celebrates inclusion, wellbeing and diverse perspectives
- Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
- Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
- A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
- 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
- Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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📌 Development Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Vestas
📍 Melbourne