Solar Project Developer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client in Port Elizabeth is looking for an experienced Solar Project Developer to identify, evaluate, and secure new solar energy projects, driving growth in the renewable sector.

You will lead site identification, feasibility studies, permitting, financing, and community engagement, coordinating with landowners, authorities, and investors to deliver commercially viable projects that support a sustainable energy transition in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a strong focus on solar PV.
• Demonstrated success in originating, developing, and closing solar energy projects.
• Understanding of solar technology, project finance, permitting processes, and PPA negotiations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the energy landscape and regulatory environment in South Africa, particularly the Eastern Cape region.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for solar power plant development, conducting thorough feasibility and due diligence assessments.
• Develop and manage project pipelines, from early-stage prospecting through to financial close.
• Engage with landowners, local authorities, and community stakeholders to secure land rights and necessary approvals.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure project designs meet technical and commercial requirements.
• Support the financial modeling and structuring of project investments, working with financial institutions and investors.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and incentive programs impacting the solar industry.

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced Solar Project Developer to join their team in Port Elizabeth. This role is critical to identifying, evaluating, and securing new solar energy projects, contributing significantly to the company's expansion in the renewable energy sector. You will be responsible for all aspects of project development, from initial site identification and feasibility studies to securing permits, financing, and community engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to drive sustainable energy solutions in the Eastern Cape, working within a supportive and growth-oriented company culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential sites for solar power plant development, conducting thorough feasibility and due diligence assessments.
• Develop and manage project pipelines, from early-stage prospecting through to financial close.
• Engage with landowners, local authorities, and community stakeholders to secure land rights and necessary approvals.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure project designs meet technical and commercial requirements.
• Support the financial modeling and structuring of project investments, working with financial institutions and investors.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and incentive programs impacting the solar industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a strong focus on solar PV.
• Demonstrated success in originating, developing, and closing solar energy projects.
• Understanding of solar technology, project finance, permitting processes, and PPA negotiations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the energy landscape and regulatory environment in South Africa, particularly the Eastern Cape region.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and attractive performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in the renewable energy sector.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Be a key contributor to the clean energy transition in Port Elizabeth and beyond.