Permitting Specialist (fmd)

Axpo Group; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading energy company in Italy is seeking a Permitting Specialist responsible for managing permit procedures for the construction of large-scale photovoltaic plants. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, especially in permitting and environmental compliance. Proficiency in regulatory frameworks and tools like ARGIS GEOPORTAL is required. The role involves coordinating with public authorities and stakeholders to ensure all necessary permits are obtained timely and efficiently. This is a full-time position.

Competenze

• 3-4 years of experience in permitting procedures for renewable energy.
• Deep knowledge of the GSE and grid connection topics.
• Well-organized and proactive in problem-solving.

Mansioni

• Ensure regulatory compliance for permit procedures.
• Coordinate the obtaining of necessary permits.
• Manage relationships with public authorities and stakeholders.
• Prepare technical and administrative documentation.
• Monitor deadlines and progress of permit applications.

Conoscenze

Experience in renewable energy sector

Knowledge of Italian regulatory framework

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent in Italian

Proficiency in ARGIS GEOPORTAL

Formazione

Master's degree or equivalent in engineering or scientific discipline

Strumenti

AUTOCAD

Descrizione del lavoro

Urbasolar is a key French photovoltaic player and pioneer since 2006. We are fully integrated into the AXPO Group, a Swiss based utility with a leading position in energy markets across 30 countries in Europe, Americas, Asia and Africa. Through our solar division we operate in the development investment construction and operation of photovoltaic plants and the supply of green electricity and advanced energy solutions for our customers in Europe (Italy Spain Germany and Poland).

Role Context

As part of our development in the Italian market we are looking for a Permitting Specialist to manage all secondary permit procedures required for the construction and commissioning of large-scale photovoltaic and agrivoltaic plants.

Reporting to the Permitting Manager Italy you will play a key role in securing permits ensuring regulatory compliance and coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders.

Your main missions will be :

• Ensure regulatory monitoring and keep up to date with the Italian renewable energy market outlook.
• Coordinate and obtain all necessary secondary permits and authorizations (building permits landscape restrictions environmental clearances grid connection permits sector‑specific concessions).
• Manage relationships and interactions with public authorities local institutions and stakeholders.
• Monitor deadlines and progress of permit applications, anticipate risks and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare review and update technical and administrative documentation required for all permit procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants in compiling technical and administrative files.
• Support the Engineering & Project Management teams to ensure executive design compliance with authority requirements and permitting constraints.
• Ensure the fulfillment of all post‑permit obligations (environmental compliance reporting operational requirements).
• Manage GSE (Gestore dei Servizi Energetici) requirements up to COD (Commercial Operation Date) including documentation preparation and compliance with regulatory deadlines in collaboration with the Development department.
• Operate the GSE portal and ensure compliance with operational regulations.
• Update budgets related to permitting activities.
• Manage and record easements loan‑for‑use agreements temporary occupations and concession transfers.
• Draft periodic reports on the status of authorizations and their impact on project planning and construction phases.

Profile

• At least 3 / 4 years of experience in the renewable energy sector in Italy with expertise in permitting procedures environmental and post‑authorization compliance.
• Deep knowledge of the GSE and Italian regulatory framework as well as good understanding of grid connection topics.
• Masters degree or equivalent in engineering or a scientific discipline (geology architecture etc.).
• Proficiency in the following tools : ARGIS GEOPORTAL and a good command of AUTOCAD is a plus.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills ability to negotiate agreements with external consultants.
• Autonomous and solution‑oriented with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Well‑organized rigorous and proactive in anticipating and solving issues.
• Fluent Italian (written and spoken) is mandatory; English and / or French are an advantage.

At Axpo Group we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non‑discrimination tolerance and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity gender identity and expression sexual orientation age disability as well as socioeconomic cultural and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.

Employment Type

Full Time

Vacancy

1