Geothermal Project Lead — Hybrid (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Geothermal Energy Project Developer for a hybrid role based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will identify, evaluate and advance geothermal projects from conception to financial close, including feasibility studies, land rights, stakeholder engagement, and business case development.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project development within renewables or geothermal, strong regulatory knowledge, and experience with project finance and contracts.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Earth Sciences required, with master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in project development, ideally in renewables or geothermal.
• Proven track record from inception to financial close.

Aufgaben

• Identify and evaluate geothermal energy project sites and feasibility.
• Conduct resource assessment and preliminary design.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets and timelines.
• Secure permits, licenses, and land rights.
• Engage with communities, government agencies and stakeholders.
• Develop and negotiate PPAs and other contracts.
• Secure project financing and manage investor relationships.
• Oversee EPC process for selected projects.
• Monitor progress and manage risks.
• Keep abreast of geothermal tech and market trends.

Kenntnisse

Project development

Stakeholder engagement

Financial modelling

Contract negotiation

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

Communication & presentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Earth Sciences

Master's degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Geothermal Energy Project Developer for a hybrid role based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will identify, evaluate and advance geothermal projects from conception to financial close, including feasibility studies, land rights, stakeholder engagement, and business case development.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project development within renewables or geothermal, strong regulatory knowledge, and experience with project finance and contracts.