Senior Development Planner

Purpose and Main Responsibilities
The purpose of the role is to support with site assessments, due diligence and planning approval activities across GreenPoint Energy’s portfolio of early-stage renewable energy (wind, solar and battery) projects across Australia. The role requires a person with passion for working with local communities and Government to build Australia’s renewable energy future.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in town planning, development approvals, or environmental planning, preferably within the renewable energy, , or infrastructure sectors
• Tertiary qualification in Urban/Town Planning, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Strong working knowledge of State and Local planning policies, legislation, codes and guidelines and the environmental approval processes across Australian jurisdictions
• Experience liaising and negotiating with Local and State Government bodies and other authorities/agencies
• Proven ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including members of the public and local communities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Ability to work autonomously and drive initiatives in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities
Your job responsibilities will be broadly, but not limited to, the below. At all times, you will be required to conduct yourself in a professional manner that reflects the core values of GreenPoint Energy, take initiative and seek out opportunity and responsibility, displaying a strong work ethic and both ability and willingness to execute on a hands-on basis.

This includes supporting the General Manager- Planning and Community by:

• Identifying planning and environmental approval risks and pathways for projects at all levels of government
• Organising and attending meetings with Local and State Governments, and other authorities/agencies
• Communicating effectively and appropriately with a diverse range of stakeholders, including members of the public
• Collaborate with internal project teams to progress the development of projects

Key Accountabilities
Accountable for achieving results and targets including but not limited to the following key performance indicators (KPIs):

• Assist in tracking project milestones and key deliverables
• Manage and engage a range of technical experts to facilitate the development approval process
• Lead in securing planning approvals for a range of Renewable Energy Projects
• Assist in community engagement activities