Group Manager - Energy Projects

Group Manager - Energy Projects

About the Business

• Full time permanent opportunity based in Sydney CBD or Newcastle
• Growing pipeline of critical projects in the years to come
• Hybrid work model and a generous well-being program

Who we are

Welcome to Yancoal Australia. For nearly 20 years we have been supporting the prosperity of Australia. With over 4,500 people working across our operations in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia, our team is made up of experts in their field. From engineers to operators, to environmentalists, surveyors, tradespeople, accountants, marketers and beyond – we are proud of our people and everything we achieve together.

At Yancoal we are looking for those individuals that show dedication to their role, are courageous and focused on driving success for the company and themselves through their career pathway. In return, our commitment is working safely to produce a reliable energy source that powers communities around the world. We value the contributions of our employees, contractors and their families, and embrace close relationships with our local communities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

As part of its diversification and ESG strategy, Yancoal is actively progressing potential renewable opportunities by utilising its existing assets and operations, particularly the Stratford pumped hydro and solar project.  The Stratford project is at feasibility stage and requires an experienced manager to manage the overall project and move it forward.  There are also other potential renewable projects at various study stages that need to be progressed.

• Managing the Stratford project:
  • Manage various workstreams such as exploration drilling, technical and engineering, government approvals, financial/ commercial analysis to deliver the feasibility study in accordance with the project timeline. 
  • Work closely with various consultants and review and manage their deliverables and progress.
  • Beyond the feasibility study, progress the project to the execution stage.
  • Manage stakeholders from different parts of the company and keep senior management informed of progress. 
  • Develop strategies to optimise the outcome for the project whilst seeking to mitigate key risks
• Other projects - Progress studies and identify prospective projects for development
• Keep abreast of developments in the Australian energy market and different energy technologies (batteries, hydrogen, etc) and how best to position Yancoal

Networking within the industry (other project developers, government, funding agencies) for the benefit of Yancoal

Skills and Experience

To be successful in the role you will require the following skills & experience:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in relevant Engineering and/or Business discipline
• Post graduate qualifications will be highly regarded

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working within the energy or related industry at a mid to senior level (10+ years of experience).
• Experience with managing large and complex mining/energy projects at different stages from feasibility study through to construction phase.
• Experience with developing a renewable project from concept to operations covering various facets such as commercial, financial, approvals, technical and operational.
• Understanding of the different types of renewables, their role in the National Electricity market and their investment characteristics.
• Some understanding of the financial, technical and engineering aspects of a pumped hydro or similar project would be useful
• Financial, engineering, and project management skills

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles and the following benefits:

• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program

Yancoal encourages applications from people from all backgrounds. Our inclusive nature encourages applications from everybody; irrespective on how you may identify. This includes but is not limited to First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.