Project Developer - Wind Energy

Goldwind Australia is seeking a Project Developer for its Development Team in Melbourne, VIC. The role involves managing the development of wind, solar, or battery projects to achieve Final Investment Decision (FID). Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in project development, and strong skills in project management, financial modeling, and stakeholder communication. Goldwind promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment with excellent benefits and career development opportunities.
Goldwind was established in Australia in 2009 to deliver solutions to the Australian renewable energy market. Goldwind Australia has installed over 2GW of renewable energy projects across Australia.

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

The team:

The Goldwind Australia team is a vibrant and collaborative team comprising individuals with diverse professional backgrounds that support one another to see projects succeed. The Development Team is supported by strong in-house technical departments such as grid and the wind resource analysis teams.

The reason for this role:

Goldwind Australia is seeking a Project Developer for the Development Team. This role is accountable to the Head of Development Projects to progress one or more wind farm, solar farm or battery project under development through to Final Investment Decision (FID).

What you will be doing?
• Take responsibility for progressing the development of one or more development project(s) to the point of successful investment decision and ultimately financial close.
• Be accountable for managing the scope/ cost/ resourcing/ timing/ risk of the projects that have been assigned.
• Assist with the development of appropriate business case material used to gain budget approvals and delegated authority approvals.
• Ensure work is done in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all applicable Laws, Standards, Codes of Conduct and Legislative requirements.

What does your background look like?
• Degree qualification in a relevant discipline such as Science, Engineering or Planning.
• Business management or business development qualifications or experience.
• Previous experience in a similar or same position.
• Training relevant to any aspect of wind farm project development would be an advantage.
• A strong understanding of the many components of wind farm development.
• A sound understanding of project financing and financial modelling.
• Sound understanding of accounting and financial management.
• Ability to consolidate detailed project information into key issues that require focus.
• Ability to work in a matrix structure style team.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to develop project management tools if required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to relate to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Management skills of specialist contractors and consultants.

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!