Lead Renewable Engineer

The GHD Power & Future Energy group in New Zealand continues to grow, and we’re seeking a highly experienced Renewable Energy Leader to complete our team.

This role is pivotal in shaping the future of renewable energy delivery across Aotearoa and the Pacific.

As the energy landscape rapidly evolves, the Renewable Lead will play a critical role in identifying and leading major solar, wind, and battery storage projects, supporting our clients to achieve their decarbonisation, sustainability and investment objectives.

This is a senior, client-facing leadership position designed for a dynamic professional who will:

• Build and strengthen key client relationships in collaboration with the Business Group Lead and Market Leads
• Act as the primary point of contact for major renewable energy projects
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams, taking on Design or Project Manager responsibilities
• Spearhead bid and proposal processes, from client engagement from solution development to go/no go and remain involved throughout delivery. 
• Develop long-term partnerships with leading generators and independent developers. 
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, proactively identifying opportunities for sustainable growth
• Focus on projects across New Zealand and the Pacific, with opportunities to engage across the wider APAC market

• A recognized degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or a related discipline
• 15 plus years’ experience in renewable energy, particularly in the development and construction of solar projects
• Strong technical understanding of renewable generation and associated infrastructure
• Proven leadership in project delivery, proposal development, and client-winning pursuits
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-oriented mindset
• A strong commitment to collaboration, integrity, and delivering sustainable outcomes

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV or reach out to Zen Chua at zen.chua@ghd.com for more information.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy and ready to lead high-impact projects with a globally respected consultancy, we’d love to connect with you.

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Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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