Renewable Energy Project Developer

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Renewable Energy Project Developer in Paarl to identify, evaluate, and secure opportunities for solar, wind and emerging technologies. You will oversee early-stage development, from site selection and permitting to offtake agreements and project financing.

The role focuses on growth in the Western Cape and beyond, requiring strong financial modelling, stakeholder engagement, and contract negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project development within the renewable energy sector.
• Proven ability to secure permits, negotiate contracts, and manage stakeholder relations.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and market dynamics in South Africa.
• Excellent financial acumen and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for renewable energy projects, considering resource availability and grid connection feasibility.
• Manage the permitting and regulatory approval processes for new developments.
• Engage with landowners, community stakeholders, and local authorities to build support for projects.
• Negotiate and secure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and other offtake arrangements.
• Develop preliminary project economics and financial models to support investment decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Project development

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an ambitious and results-oriented Renewable Energy Project Developer to join their team in Paarl. This role is centered on identifying, evaluating, and securing new opportunities for renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and potentially emerging technologies. You will be responsible for managing the early-stage development process, from site selection and permitting to securing offtake agreements and financing. This is a crucial position for driving growth in the clean energy sector within the Western Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for renewable energy projects, considering resource availability and grid connection feasibility.


• Manage the permitting and regulatory approval processes for new developments.


• Engage with landowners, community stakeholders, and local authorities to build support for projects.


• Negotiate and secure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and other offtake arrangements.


• Develop preliminary project economics and financial models to support investment decisions.


• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

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


• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project development within the renewable energy sector.


• Demonstrated success in securing permits, negotiating contracts, and managing stakeholder relations.


• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and market dynamics in South Africa.


• Excellent financial acumen and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a significant bonus structure based on project success.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Pension fund with employer contributions.


• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.


• Be at the forefront of developing sustainable energy solutions in Paarl.