Renewable Energy Project Developer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus structure

Potential equity options

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Renewable Energy Project Developer to originate and develop new clean energy projects in the North West region. You will identify sites, conduct feasibility studies, secure land rights, and manage the early-stage process through to financial close.

This role requires a technical background, at least 5 years in renewable energy project development, and strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in renewable energy project development.
• Proven track record bringing projects to financial close.
• Knowledge of renewable energy tech, market dynamics, and regulation.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with site assessment, permitting, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies including technical, economic, environmental assessments.
• Secure land leases or acquisitions for development.
• Engage with communities, regulators, and stakeholders for approvals.
• Develop proposals, financial models, and business cases to attract investment.
• Coordinate with engineering, legal, and finance teams through development lifecycle.

Skills

Project development

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Site assessment

Permitting

Energy sector knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Renewable Energy Project Developer to join their team and drive the origination and development of new clean energy projects in the North West region. This role involves identifying potential sites, conducting feasibility studies, securing land rights, and managing the early-stage development process through to financial close. You will be instrumental in expanding the company's portfolio of solar, wind, or other renewable energy assets. If you have a strong understanding of the renewable energy market and a knack for bringing projects from concept to reality, this is an exciting opportunity within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for renewable energy projects, considering resource availability, grid connection, and permitting.
• Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, including technical, economic, and environmental assessments.
• Secure necessary land leases or acquisitions for project development.
• Engage with local communities, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to gain support and approvals.
• Develop project proposals, financial models, and business cases to attract investment.
• Coordinate with engineering, legal, and finance teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development.
• Proven track record in originating and bringing renewable energy projects to financial close.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with site assessment, permitting, and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus structure, and potential equity options.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Significant autonomy and opportunity to shape project development strategies.
• Hybrid work model to facilitate both field-based work and office collaboration.
• Be a key player in advancing renewable energy in Mahikeng and contribute to the broader energy industry.