Senior Renewable Development Lead

RATCH Australia Corporation; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RATCH Australia Corporation in North Sydney is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead the renewable energy development pipeline, including wind, solar and BESS. You will navigate planning pathways from site identification to construction readiness and final investment decision.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage regulatory approvals, engage with councils, landowners and communities, and help expand the project portfolio while maintaining strong industry relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in project development, ideally in renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of Australian planning legislation and grid connection processes.
• Demonstrated success navigating complex approvals pathways and managing regulatory relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven experience preparing planning documentation and presenting to stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, project management and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally as required.
• Experience with GIS or spatial analysis to inform site selection and planning assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and approvals processes for renewable energy projects across multiple Australian jurisdictions.
• Develop integrated planning strategies that support project objectives and reflect evolving regulatory frameworks.
• Coordinate and prepare statutory documentation including EIAs, DAs, planning reports and related studies.
• Build and maintain relationships with councils, planning authorities, regulators and stakeholders.
• Engage with landowners, Traditional Owners and community stakeholders to support consultation.
• Lead and coordinate specialist consultants to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Support cross-functional teams to optimise project outcomes and drive final investment decisions.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Regulatory navigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering - Urban & Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science or related discipline

Tools

GIS

GIS software

Job description

RATCH Australia Corporation in North Sydney is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead the renewable energy development pipeline, including wind, solar and BESS. You will navigate planning pathways from site identification to construction readiness and final investment decision.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage regulatory approvals, engage with councils, landowners and communities, and help expand the project portfolio while maintaining strong industry relationships.