Planner - Wind / Solar

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Manage planning strategy and applications for wind and solar projects in Ireland.

11 days ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years)

Full Time

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Hybrid

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Role

Description

stakeholder liaison

site acquisition

regulation monitoring

application review

risk assessment

Liaise with local authorities, landowners, planning consultants, and internal teams.
Support the development team across the full project lifecycle, from site acquisition through planning consent.
Stay current with changes in Irish planning regulations relevant to renewable energy.
Review and quality-control planning applications prepared by external consultants.
Contribute to site prospecting and planning risk assessments for new development opportunities.

Requirements

communication

stakeholder engagement

qualified planner

3-5 years

irish planning

renewable energy

Location: Dublin, Hybrid (3 days in office)

They are now seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join their Dublin-based team. You will work in a small, highly collaborative team and play a key role in shaping the planning strategy for new renewable energy projects.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Qualified planner with 3–5 years’ experience, ideally in renewables, infrastructure, or environmental planning.
Strong knowledge of the Irish planning system and experience reviewing consultant-delivered work.