Senior Development Manager

The world is making the shift to cleaner energy, slowly. The planet is changing, fast.  

That’s why Akaysha builds, owns, and operates the most powerful mega-scale battery storage solutions of today, and it’s why we’ll continue to build more. But what we are really building is a better future for everyone we share the planet with.

With a 30GWh+ portfolio spanning APAC, the Americas, and the EU and a global team of over 200, should we slow down, or should the world catch up?

As Senior Development Manager, you'll drive the entire development lifecycle of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across Australia, providing strategic leadership and leveraging deep industry expertise. Your responsibilities will include guiding projects from initial concept to construction readiness, adeptly navigating complex regulatory, commercial, and technical landscapes to deliver solutions that are viable, robust, and aligned with market requirements.

Collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners to lead high-value project origination and development, you'll enjoy significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence major decisions as you:

• Manage land acquisition and permitting processes, including negotiations with stakeholders and engagement with environmental consultants and authorities to minimize development risks. 
• Act as the main point of contact for key stakeholders such as permitting authorities, TNSPs, elected officials, community leaders, and Traditional Owners. 
• Collaborate with engineering, delivery, and grid connection teams to optimize project designs, secure timely generation connection approvals, and develop business cases for executive approval. 
• Oversee project budgets, risk registers, schedules, and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes while staying current on regulatory changes and market conditions affecting BESS projects. 

Making an impact in this role will rely on experience across the following areas: 

• Proven track record in utility-scale renewable energy development, with at least 7-10 years’ experience in BESS, solar, wind, or grid-scale infrastructure. 
• Deep knowledge of energy markets, grid connection processes, and regulatory frameworks governing renewable energy and storage projects. 
• Demonstrated leadership in project development, managing multiple large-scale projects and delivering on key milestones. 
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence decision makers across government, regulatory bodies, and the private sector. 
• Excellent commercial acumen, with the ability to develop business cases, evaluate project economics, and present recommendations to executive leadership. 
• Technical proficiency in BESS design, grid connection, and permitting processes, with the ability to engage meaningfully with engineers, consultants, and market operators. 
• Proven ability to navigate complex challenges, problem-solve, and drive results in a fast paced, evolving market. 
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to investors, regulators, and corporate leadership. 
• Ability to travel to project sites and attend evening or weekend meetings/events as needed. 
• Commitment to WHSE best practices, fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and excellence. 
• Self-starter with strong initiative, capable of working autonomously and leading cross functional teams in a high-growth environment. 

Our people are Akaysha’s greatest asset. We support career growth and wellbeing through initiatives such as: 

• Hybrid and remote-compatible workplace, where flexibility is balanced with connection and every team member can do their best work, wherever they are.
• Professional Development Support including annual development allowance, additional paid time off, and curated learning content.  
• Career support that works for you including both people and knowledge leadership promotion pathways, lateral moves and temporary secondment options.
• Benefits such as annual wellbeing allowance, generous paid parental leave, employee and family assistance programs, and mobile phone allowance.
• Competitive pay with above-market performance bonuses and long-term incentives. 

We believe diverse teams build better solutions for the planet and its people. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to do their best work, no matter their background, identity, or lived experience.

Be part of today’s most tomorrow company. Apply now.