Grid Connection Manager - Renewables - Australia $Excellent Salary+ Bonus + Career Prospects
Are you a Grid Connection Manager with a proven ability to deliver high quality grid interconnection? Are you able to lead the delivery of Grid Connections for Utility Scale Renewable Energy Projects? Are you looking for a role working with exciting and innovative projects?
The Company
A leading developer with a large pipeline of energy projects are investing heavily into driving the late stage development and grid connection of their Australian portfolio.
They are looking to place a Grid Connection Manager to lead the MV/HV grid connection of Utility Scale renewable power plants to the grid, from early feasibility through to energisation.
The Role:
As Grid Connection Manager you will lead on all aspects of Substation and Grid Connection delivery for Australian projects. Some of your duties will include:
- Lead the delivery of grid connections for all renewables projects
- Be the technical expert relating to all design, authorisation, and execution maters for the substation and connection of renewables plants to the grid
- Provide expert advice and support to project development team on grid connection & potential risks to project feasibility
- Review electrical system designs against grid code and supervise the delivery work of 3rd party contractors and consultants associated to HV substations and Balance of Plant
- Collaborate on Grid Connection applications & negotiation of conditions with network operators
- Manage risk and problems arising with the Grid Connection
The Person:
The successful candidate will likely have:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
- 3+ years' experience in Utility Scale Projects with a strong focus on Grid Connection
- Understand utility Grid Code, AEMO and have relationships with Transmission & Distribution operators
- Have strong capabilities related to Power Systems Studies with experience of using software including PSSE, Dig-silent, ETAP, PVsyst, Autocad and other related software
- Have expert technical knowledge with the ability to support team members and influence technical discussions.
- Be able to solve complex problems, Engage, Lead, motivate and inspire teams to success.
- Have a valid visa to live and work in Australia.
Grid Connection Manager - Developer in Renewables employer: Hunter Philips Executive Search
Join a leading engineering organisation in Melbourne that champions innovation and collaboration within the power and energy sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages autonomy while providing opportunities to work on diverse projects with top-tier clients. Enjoy a competitive salary package and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly growing industry.
Contact Details:
Hunter Philips Executive Search Recruitment Team
