The primary responsibility of the Project Developer is to acquire all necessary land rights, permits, and licenses for the lawful establishment and operation of Wind, Solar PV, and/or BESS projects.

Responsibilities:

Project Origination and Development:
– Identify potential renewable energy projects.
– Conduct initial risk assessments and site visits.
– Negotiate land lease agreements and secure land parcels.

Commercial Negotiations and Regulatory Compliance:
– Facilitate negotiations for agreements such as land leases, servitudes, and environmental impact assessments.
– Secure permits, licenses, and authorizations from government departments and regulatory bodies.

Budget and Stakeholder Management:
– Manage internal and external consultant costs within development budgets.
– Coordinate with project stakeholders, including opponents and Interested and Affected Parties.

Risk Mitigation and Due Diligence:
– Develop strategies to mitigate risks and secure necessary permits and licenses.
– Coordinate due diligence processes for project acquisitions and financial close.

Renewable Energy Procurement Support:
– Assist in the company’s participation in Renewable Energy IPP Procurement Programs and private off-taker bid submissions.
– Support Project Director during financial close and compliance with regulatory standards.

Relationship Building and Market Monitoring:
– Foster relationships with consultants, regulatory authorities, landowners, and partners.
– Monitor market developments and identify opportunities and threats to the company’s strategy.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in B Tech, BSC science/engineering, or B Com.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a renewable energy Project Developer in South Africa.
• Proficiency in project management, negotiation, and contract management.
• Knowledge of rural South African context, administrations, environmental law, and BBB-EE code.
• Sound understanding of MS Office tools and willingness to travel with a valid driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for various audiences.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Cordier, Elma Pelser, Alyssa Marson or Henker Harmse at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.