Job Title : Wind Energy Developer

MH-Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Cape Town seeks a DEVELOPMENT MANAGER to oversee the origination and development of utility-scale wind energy projects. Responsibilities include managing site identification, coordinating internal teams, and ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or related fields, along with 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy, particularly in wind project development.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy with 2 years in wind project development.
• Familiarity with wind project permitting and grid connections.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying, screening, and securing wind development sites.
• Prepare and monitor development budgets and schedules.
• Support permitting strategy and coordinate approval processes.
• Work with internal teams to achieve development milestones.
• Manage relationships with third-party consultants.

Skills

Project management

Technical understanding of wind energy

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Systems or related field

Job description

Overview

Western Cape, Cape Town Monthly Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – WIND ENERGY - CAPE TOWN Role Overview :

The Wind Energy Developer supports the origination and development of utility-scale wind energy projects, from site identification through to pre-construction readiness. This role requires a motivated professional with a solid understanding of both technical and commercial aspects of wind energy, capable of coordinating activities across internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure projects progress on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the identification, screening, and securing of wind development sites, including support with land agreements and resource validation.
• Prepare and monitor development budgets, schedules, and risk registers.
• Support permitting strategy and coordinate environmental and regulatory approval processes.
• Work with internal teams (engineering, grid, legal, and finance) to achieve development milestones.
• Manage and liaise with third-party consultants, including environmental teams, wind analysts, and permitting advisors.
• Engage with landowners, municipalities, and regulatory bodies to facilitate project approvals and agreements.
• Support commercial teams with bid preparation and project documentation.
• Maintain accurate project records and provide progress reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Systems, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy, with at least 2 years in wind project development.
• Familiarity with wind project permitting, grid connection, and yield assessment.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

For more information please contact: Kristen Davis