Goldwind Australia is a leading renewable energy solutions provider, having installed more than 1.5 GW of renewable energy across Australia. Goldwind established in Australia in 2009 to deliver solutions to the Australian and New Zealand renewable energy markets.

With “innovating for a brighter tomorrow” as our mission, Goldwind is a leader in providing clean energy, energy conservation, and environmental protection solutions, contributing 100 GW of sustainable energy solutions globally. Goldwind operates on 6 continents in 38 countries and has more than 10,000 employees.

Location: Sydney or Melbourne

About the role

The Senior Development Manager (SDM) is accountable to the Head of Development Projects to progress one or more wind farm or battery projects under development through to Final Investment Decision (FID). The role involves initiating progress and taking responsibility for progressing one or more development project(s) to the point of successful investment decision and ultimately financial close, while being accountable for managing the scope, cost, resourcing, timing, and risk associated with assigned projects.

Key responsibilities

- Manage projects and components of portfolio projects, including preparing project development plans, managing wind analysis, turbine and infrastructure layouts, grid connections, development approvals, environment studies, community engagement, relationships with landowners, and defining project capex and opex.

- Manage contracts with landowners, grid connection providers, project vendors and service providers.

- Assist with the business case of projects under development.





- Work collaboratively with other teams to effectively execute business processes as per defined accountabilities, interdependencies, and handover points.

- Provide project related information to assist with planning of development projects.

- Engage with stakeholders to provide project updates.

- Manage and work effectively with clients, key vendors, service providers and government agencies.

- Ensure work is done in accordance with company policies and procedures, and all applicable Laws, Standards, Codes of Conduct and Legislative requirements.

About you

- At least 10+ years' experience in the wind or renewable energy industry.

- Degree qualification in a relevant discipline such as Science, Engineering or Planning.

- Proven record in wind farm project development.

- Previous experience in a similar or same position.

- Experience in the power or construction industry would be an advantage.

- Personnel management experience is beneficial.

- Training relevant to any aspect of wind farm project development would be an advantage.

Benefits

- Competitive compensation package and benefits.

- Opportunities for career development and growth within the renewable energy industry.

- Exposure to diverse projects and collaboration with experienced professionals.

- Involvement in sustainable initiatives contributing to global climate goals.

- Excellent benefits, career development pathways, support and ongoing training.

Goldwind Australia offers all their employee’s excellent benefits, career development pathways, support and ongoing training. As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to have created a culture and work environment that values diversity and flexibility – and champions inclusion.

Please apply online to learn more about this great opportunity!

📌 Senior Development Manager - Wind / BESS (Sydney)
🏢 Goldwind Australia
📍 Sydney