Project Developer - Renewable Energy (m/f/d)

Energiequelle GmbH; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated professional to lead Renewable Energy project development in South Africa. This role involves managing diverse projects, from solar to wind, and engaging with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the project development cycle and demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills. With a commitment to innovation, this company offers a supportive environment for professional growth and flexible working conditions. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a difference, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Fair salaries

Flexible working hours

Intensive training budget

Competitive annual leave

Attractive benefits (medical, pension, life & disability)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Renewable Energy project development.
• Strong understanding of project development cycle and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Development of Renewable Energy projects across South Africa.
• Management of project budgets and external consultants.

Skills

Renewable Energy project development

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Tertiary education in a technical or commercial field

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Development of Renewable Energy projects (Solar, Wind, BESS and Hybrid Projects) throughout South Africa.
• Identification and evaluation of new project opportunities – greenfield and acquisition.
• Contribute to strategic planning of project pipeline.
• Representing the company towards landowners, authorities, partners, local communities and key stakeholders.
• Support offtake development & PPA discussions.
• Management of project budgets.
• Management of external consultants appointed to assigned projects.

Your Profile:

• Must have (minimum 2 years) experience in Renewable Energy project development.
• A good understanding of the full project development cycle, including technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements of Renewable projects.
• Self-driven, motivated, hands-on mentality and well-organised.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively, nationally & internationally.
• Great written and oral communication skills and comfortable presenting.
• Proficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, PPT) and common project management tools.
• Experience with GIS.
• Tertiary education in a technical or commercial field.
• Business fluent in English; additional South African languages are a plus.

Why Us?

• Fair salaries and flexible working hours.
• Intensive training / training budget and regular further development.
• Competitive annual leave.
• Attractive benefits (medical, pension, life & disability).

Contact: rosner@

About Us:

Energiequelle is a project developer and operator of wind energy and photovoltaic plants, substations, and storage facilities. We realize innovative energy supply solutions with around 550 employees in Germany, France, Finland, Poland, South Africa, and Greece. We are an owner-managed, internationally active company - passionate, courageous, and human.