Grid Connection Manager - Renewables - Western Australia

Are you a Grid Connection Manager with a proven ability to deliver high quality grid interconnection? Are you able to lead the delivery of Grid Connections for Utility Scale Renewable Energy Projects? Are you looking for a role working with exciting and cutting-edge projects?

The Company

Our client based in WA is looking to appoint an experienced Grid Connection Manager to lead the grid connection activities for their renewable projects portfolio from early feasibility through to energisation.

The Role:

- Lead the delivery of grid connections for all renewable projects
- Manage end‑to‑end grid connection submissions, negotiations, including engagement with stakeholders such as AEMO, and other relevant parties.
- Be the technical expert relating to all design, authorisation, and execution maters for the substation and connection of renewables plants to the grid
- Provide expert advice and support team members on grid connection & potential risks to project feasibility




- Review electrical system designs against grid code and supervise the delivery work of 3rd party contractors and consultants associated to HV substations and Balance of Plant
- Collaborate on Grid Connection applications & negotiation of conditions with network operators
- Manage risk and problems arising with the Grid Connection

The Person: The successful candidate will likely have:

- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
- Extensive and expertise as a Grid Professional in Utility Scale Projects with a strong focus on successful delivery.
- Understand utility Grid Code, AEMO and have relationships with Transmission & Distribution operators
- Have expert technical knowledge with the ability to support team members and influence technical discussions.
- Strong commercial skills with experience of contract negotiations and managing risk factors.
- Be able to solve complex problems, engage, lead, motivate and inspire teams to success.
- Excellent communication skills with strong technical knowledge and influencing skills with varying stakeholders.
- Have a valid visa to live and work in Australia.

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📌 Grid Connection Manager - Western Australia
🏢 Hunter Philips Executive Search
📍 Western Australia