The Power Plant Solutions teams in Vestas Australia have come up with an amazing opportunity for a challenging role as a Specialist, Grid. This role will oversee the technical aspects of grid connections, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations, and driving consistency in the portfolio of projects in the sales phase.
Requirements
- 10+ years' experience in the electrical and/or energy industry in a technical capacity including technical or people management
- Master or Doctorate Degree in Electrical Power Engineering (or equivalent)
- Registered or Certified Professional Engineer (RPEng or CPEng) preferred
- Experience in wind and/or other renewable industries is preferred
- Experience in the electricity generation sector
- Electrical power engineering knowledge as well as project engineering knowledge
- Extensive background in grid connection and electrical compliance, preferably in the renewable energy sector
- Extensive understanding of commercial and contractual aspects of technical solutions
- Ability to understand customer drivers and complement it with appropriate technical solutions
- Negotiation abilities and strong contract acumen are essential
- Good understanding of project financial drivers
- Ability to think strategically and optimise customer and company value
- Highly developed communication skills, both verbal and written in English
- Proven experience in mentoring other technical staff on technical matters and solution creation
- Strong time-management skills and ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work within and lead an international cross-functional team
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration
- Global career progression prospects
- Flexible workplace arrangements
- 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
