Client Solutions Associate within Renewable Energy

- Work on large-scale renewable energy and storage projects nationwide
- Versatile working arrangements with WFH support
- Exposure across the full development lifecycle
- Collaborative and technically driven project environment

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.

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.

The Opportunity

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.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development

- Support projects from early development through to development close
- Manage project programs, budgets, documentation, and reporting
- Coordinate technical studies including site surveys, bushfire, acoustic, and environmental assessments
- Support development approvals and EPBC Act compliance

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

- Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and delivery partners




- Liaise with State and Federal Government departments to support approvals
- Manage community consultation activities where required
- Ensure clear and consistent communication on project progress

Land & Approvals

- Assist with securing site options, leases, and site-specific permits
- Support landowner and stakeholder engagement activities

Grid Connection

- Support grid connection applications and study packages
- Coordinate with network service providers, regulators, and internal grid teams

Reporting

- Prepare regular internal and client-facing project status reports
- Deliver ad-hoc reporting as required

About You

You will bring experience supporting the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects and be confident managing consultants, approvals, and multidisciplinary workstreams.

Experience

- Utility-scale solar and/or stand-alone BESS development experience
- Consultant and stakeholder management across development phases
- Exposure to grid connection and regulatory approval processes
- Strong project administration, document control, and reporting capability
- Experience managing project programs and budgets
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to travel on an ad-hoc basis
- Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams

Apply now by sending your resume or call Andrew Grealis from Advance Careers on 0431 243 335 for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

- Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

- Full‑time

Job function

- Project Management

Industries

- Services for Renewable Energy and Utilities

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