Job Description
Melbourne, VIC
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An exciting opportunity exists to join a well-capitalised renewable energy platform with a growing Australian footprint and a mandate to develop, construct and operate utility-scale energy infrastructure.
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With an expanding pipeline of wind, solar and battery storage projects, the business is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead the environmental approvals, permitting and broader development process across a portfolio of projects from early-stage origination through to construction readiness.
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This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly experienced team and play a key role in delivering projects that will contribute to Australia's energy transition.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead the development and execution of environmental approvals and permitting strategies across utility-scale renewable energy projects.
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Manage planning and environmental assessment processes, including state and federal approvals pathways.
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Coordinate technical workstreams including ecology, heritage, noise, visual impact, hydrology, traffic, bushfire and other specialist studies.
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Oversee the preparation and submission of planning applications, environmental impact assessments and supporting documentation.
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Manage external consultants and technical advisors to ensure high-quality, commercially focused project outcomes.
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Build and maintain productive relationships with government agencies, regulators, local councils, landholders and key community stakeholders.
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Work closely with engineering, grid, commercial and delivery teams to integrate development activities and manage project risks.
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Support land acquisition, stakeholder engagement and commercial negotiations where required.
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Identify development risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedules.
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Contribute to investment decisions by providing development,



planning and permitting insights to internal stakeholders.
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Support projects through financial close and into construction, ensuring compliance with development approvals and permit conditions.
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About You
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Degree qualified in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Engineering, Geography, Property, Town Planning or a related discipline.
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Strong understanding of environmental approvals and planning frameworks, ideally within Victoria and broader Australian jurisdictions.
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Experience managing complex technical and environmental consultant workstreams.
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Proven ability to navigate regulatory and stakeholder environments while balancing commercial objectives.
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Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Solid communication and relationship-building skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
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Utility-scale wind, solar and/or battery energy storage projects.
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Experience with EPBC, Planning and Environment Act and other relevant state and federal approvals processes.
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Community and stakeholder engagement across regional development projects.
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Exposure to projects progressing through to financial close and construction.
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What's on Offer
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Opportunity to join a growing renewable energy platform during a significant phase of expansion.
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Exposure to a diverse pipeline of utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects.
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Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment with direct exposure to senior leadership.
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Genuine opportunity to influence project outcomes and shape the future growth of the business.
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Competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities.
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Melbourne-based role with flexible working arrangements and project-related travel as required.
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📌 Senior Development Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Victoria