Junior Project Developer

at  SolarAfrica Energy Pty Ltd

Join our team as a Junior Project Developer, where you’ll play a pivotal role in identifying potential development sites, coordinating tasks within our dynamic team, and liaising with engineering teams to ensure project requirements are met. While prior experience in renewable energy is advantageous, we value individuals with a keen interest in learning and adapting to the evolving nature of the role. With excellent organisational skills and a collaborative mindset, you’ll thrive in our team-oriented environment, contributing to the success of our sustainable development initiatives. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a positive impact, apply now to join us on this exciting journey.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three - Five years of proven experience in site management or project management or related field.
• A deep understanding of renewable project development, timelines and stakeholdersValid driver’s license and willing to travel.

SPECIFIC ATTRIBUTES:

• An interest in renewable energy will be essential for the role; experience in the field, however, is not.
• With a willingness to learn, the role will be ever-changing due to its nature. Being curious and asking the more senior team members around you questions to get up to speed will help you succeed.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills are essential for the role; you will need to be able to prioritise your workload while always looking for ways to improve existing practices.
• Collaborative: you will work closely with the development teams and external parties. Being able to provide and request information throughout the development process will be essential.

• Identification and assessment of potential sites for development, providing recommendations on suitability.
• Attending development team meetings and coordinating resulting tasks.
• Liaising with engineering teams to coordinate provision of drawings, and checking layouts and drawings to ensure all requirements have been met.
• Contribute to the maintenance of up-to-date project trackers
• Assist and co-develop develop projects from greenfield to financial close
• Weekly progress and cashflow updates
• Facilitate and conduct site screenings
• Manage development program & deliverables specialist support
• Stakeholder management
• Any other job duties associated with this role