Graduate Project Developer - Wind Energy

Goldwind; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldwind Australia is inviting graduates to join its two-year Graduate Program, supporting development of wind farms, BESS, and renewable energy projects from early site identification through to construction readiness.

The program offers hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and exposure to the full project lifecycle across multidisciplinary teams in Australia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or related field.
• Strong interest in renewable energy project development.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build relationships and work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 24-month graduate development program.
• Learn from experienced Project Developers and renewable energy professionals.
• Gain exposure to the full renewable energy project development lifecycle.
• Assist with site identification, feasibility assessments, planning approvals, stakeholder engagement, and project development activities.
• Work closely with landowners, consultants, government agencies, community stakeholders, engineers, and project teams.
• Develop an understanding of environmental, planning, technical, commercial, and community considerations involved in renewable energy development.
• Build the foundations for a long-term career in renewable energy project development.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Renewable Energy Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Environmental Science

Planning

Geography

Property

Sustainability

Job description

Join Goldwind Australia's two-year Graduate Program and play a key role in developing the renewable energy projects that will power Australia's future.

Applications are open for Goldwind Australia's 2026 Graduate Program - Calling all 2026 graduates!

As part of our Development Team, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting the development of utility‑scale wind farms, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and renewable energy projects from early‑stage site identification through to construction readiness.

As part of our development team, you will:

• Participate in a structured 24-month graduate development program.
• Learn from experienced Project Developers and renewable energy professionals.
• Gain exposure to the full renewable energy project development lifecycle.
• Assist with site identification, feasibility assessments, planning approvals, stakeholder engagement, and project development activities.
• Work closely with landowners, consultants, government agencies, community stakeholders, engineers, and project teams.
• Develop an understanding of environmental, planning, technical, commercial, and community considerations involved in renewable energy development.
• Build the foundations for a long‑term career in renewable energy project development.

Your Background

We are seeking motivated graduates who are passionate about renewable energy and helping develop the projects that support Australia's energy transition.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Renewable Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning, Geography, Property, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
• A strong interest in renewable energy project development and infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• The ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a dynamic project environment.

Previous exposure to renewable energy, planning, environmental studies, infrastructure projects, property, or stakeholder engagement through university studies, internships, or work experience will be highly regarded but is not essential.