Job Description

Client Solutions Associate within Renewable Energy

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- Work on large-scale renewable energy and storage projects nationwide
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- Flexible working arrangements with WFH support
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- Exposure across the full development lifecycle
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- Team-oriented 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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- Support projects from early development through to development close
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- Manage project programs, budgets, documentation, and reporting
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- Coordinate technical studies including site surveys, bushfire, acoustic, and environmental assessments
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- Support development approvals and EPBC Act compliance
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Stakeholder & Client Engagement

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- Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and delivery partners
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- Liaise with State and Federal Government departments to support approvals
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- Manage community consultation activities where required
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- Ensure clear and consistent communication on project progress
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Land & Approvals

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

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

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- Prepare regular internal and client-facing project status reports
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- Deliver ad-hoc reporting as required
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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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- Utility-scale solar and/or stand-alone BESS development experience
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- Consultant and stakeholder management across development phases
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- Exposure to grid connection and regulatory approval processes
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- Strong project administration, document control, and reporting capability
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- Experience managing project programs and budgets
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- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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- Willingness to travel on an ad-hoc basis
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- 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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- Mid‐Senior level
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Employment type

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- Full‐time
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Job function

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- Project Management
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Industries

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- Services for Renewable Energy and Utilities
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