Land Acquisition Manager - Renewable Energy Projects

HAYS is seeking a National Land Acquisition Manager for Renewable Energy Projects in Melbourne, VIC. This senior role involves leading land acquisition and feasibility for renewable projects, including solar and wind. Candidates should have 10+ years in land acquisition and experience with utility-scale energy projects in Australia. The position requires extensive travel across the country and offers a competitive salary with performance bonuses.
National Land Acquisition Manager leading the early stages of land agreements and feasibility

Your new company
Join a dynamic and fast-growing renewable energy company at the forefront of Australia’s clean energy transition. With a national footprint and a strong pipeline of solar, wind, BESS, and hydrogen projects, this organisation is committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions. You’ll be part of a passionate team driving innovation and impact across the country.
Your new role
As the National Land Acquisition & Feasibility Manager, you will lead the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of land for renewable energy projects across the country. This senior, hands-on role combines strategic oversight with direct execution of due diligence, feasibility studies, and commercial negotiations. Reporting to executive leadership, you will play a critical role in shaping the company’s national project pipeline.
Key responsibilities include:
• Sourcing and assessing land opportunities aligned with corporate strategy.
• Leading due diligence across technical, environmental, planning, and grid aspects.
• Negotiating land tenure agreements with private, corporate, and government stakeholders.
• Managing external consultants and legal advisors.
• Building strong relationships with landowners, councils, and utilities.
• Preparing investment cases and risk assessments for executive review.

What you'll need to succeed
• 10+ years’ experience in land acquisition, infrastructure, energy, or resources.
• Proven success in negotiating complex land and commercial agreements.
• Strong skills in feasibility analysis, due diligence, and risk assessment.
• 5 + years experience working with utility-scale energy projects in Australia
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capabilities.
• Legal literacy in property, planning, and commercial terms.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the country

What you'll get in return
You’ll join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly contributes to Australia’s renewable energy future. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a national portfolio and make a tangible impact.
Some of the exciting benefits of this opportunity include:
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
• National travel and autonomy in a senior leadership role
• Direct influence on project pipeline and strategic direction
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial team culture
• Opportunities for growth in a rapidly expanding sector

What you need to do now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of renewable energy in Australia, we want to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion about the role and company before applying.#2938267