Head of Renewable Prospecting

• Newly created role focused on growing our renewable portfolio 
• Secure funding to build greenfield pipeline assets 
• Sydney, Melbourne or Brisabane based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the Role

Are you ready to shape the path towards a renewable energy future? As the Head of Renewable Prospecting, you’ll drive the growth of our renewable portfolio by developing innovative site acquisition strategies and managing key relationships. From securing essential funding to building a greenfield pipeline of wind and solar assets, this role is critical in delivering clean, reliable energy for our customers.

This role forms a critical part of the Prospecting team. This role will ensure that Origin's is developing a portfolio of renewable energy development options that can meet Its strategic needs. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing internal capabilities for creating a pipeline of greenfield renewable energy assets.
• Maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Development, Construction, Trading, Strategy, and Valuations to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Leading and managing renewable or land development partnerships, overseeing budgets and asset prioritization within the portfolio.
• Overseeing the commercial management of approved initiatives from concept to execution and handover.
• Driving commercial decisions and outcomes within Origin's internal approval framework for the asset portfolio.

What will you bring?

• Proven wind development management experience, leading large-scale transactions, negotiations, and managing complex agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic, value-driven mindset.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships across all levels, including Senior Executives and Board Members.
• Strong leadership and team management, with a focus on mentoring and driving results.
• In-depth knowledge of the Australian energy market.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.