Project Development Manager (Origination Focus)

Overview

Drive site scouting, acquisition, and project development for solar/wind projects in Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• gis mapping
• site identification
• easement negotiation
• project scheduling
• stakeholder engagement
• compliance management

Tasks

-Negotiate transmission line easements, licences and leases. -Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations. Pro-actively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans; -Identify suitable sites across all Australia with appropriate grid connectivity potential. -Support to the Project Development Team. Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Track project milestones and deliverables; -Utilize advanced GIS tools and mapping systems for site identification, environmental screening, and infrastructure assessments. -Participate actively in community engagement activities, including meetings, consultations, and ongoing communication with local stakeholders and landholders. -Understand and manage environmental and planning approval processes required for Development Approval (DA), including EPBC referrals and approvals, as well as environmental audits and compliance reporting. -Engage with Traditional Owners, First Nations representatives, and other key stakeholders to ensure respectful consultation and compliance with cultural heritage requirements. -Actively identify and develop new greenfield solar power plant opportunities; -Build relationships with local land agents or brokers to support on land hunting on pre-defined areas. -Participate in trade-shows, workshops or other relevant events to promote business interest and develop new project opportunities. -Perform due diligence and investigation into background info and specs for the project, resource and site assessment, interconnection issues, feasibility studies, environmental and risk assessment, secure sites through land option agreements; -Apply experience with Dye & Durham, RP Data and similar platforms for efficient and accurate landowner searches and land title reviews. -Land Tenure audits and investigation of historical, financial and legal land parcel for easements; -Participate in meetings with government and regulatory stakeholders to influence decisions and secure opportunities for growing the business. Prepare proposals and presentations in line with company’s strategy and business interest; -Lead greenfield site identification activities based on Trina greenfield strategy; -Negotiating options, leases and acquisition of identified sites.

Requirements

• landowner relations
• grid connection
• regulatory
• site acquisition
• bachelor degree
• 7+ years

What You Bring

-Previous experience in fostering landowner relationships, negotiation of landowner agreements and strong understanding of planning processes and grid connection processes. -Awareness and understanding of economic, regulatory and demographic factors which impact upon greenfield project development search areas, development activities, commercial drivers, and financing requirements. -Previous experience of renewable energy greenfield sites identification and acquisition. -Bachelor degree and above, preferred majors include engineering, business administration, law, finance/investment; or equivalent experience in project development. -Experience in land identification and development processes in New Zealand will be highly regarded. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Minimum of 7 years of solar or wind project development experience.

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About Trinasolar

-Founded in 1997 in Changzhou, Trina Solar has evolved from a pioneering Chinese PV startup into a global solar powerhouse. -It manufactures and ships photovoltaic modules, breaking world records in cell efficiency and power output. -It’s listed on Shanghai’s STAR Market in 2020, combining robust financial performance with high bankability in the solar industry. -Its portfolio spans large‑scale power plants, rooftop and C&I projects, and integrated micro‑grid and storage systems worldwide. -The company operates vertically from R&D through module production to EPC and O&M of solar farms. -It’s building a cutting‑edge module facility in Texas and expanding smart‑energy manufacturing globally. -Trina stands out for launching 210 mm n‑type Vertex modules. -Its footprint covers countries with regional hubs in North America, Europe and Asia, plus manufacturing in Asia and the U.S. -Behind the scenes, it’s developed an Energy‑IoT platform, patents numbering in the thousands, and cloud‑based energy operations. -Unusually, it has partnered on copper‑based PV tech, hinting at bold innovation beyond silicon.

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