Spark Renewables

Apply for a Governance and Administration Officer at Spark Renewable

• Join a growing team and be part of a leading renewable energy company.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility with a stunning Manly office; other east coast locations will also be considered.
• Be part of a collaborative, values-driven team with great culture and benefits.
  

Our development pipeline has picked up pace with one of our flagship, one-gigawatt projects – the Dinawan Energy Hub (wind, solar, BESS) – having been awarded Access Rights, and other key projects being actively progressed towards financial close, including the Wattle Creek Energy Hub, developed in partnership with the University of Sydney. To support this exciting next phase for our business, we are growing our project delivery team and are now hiring a Governance and Administration Officer to complement our existing team. We’re looking for team members who are passionate about renewables, committed to making a difference, and aligned with our core values of integrity, collaboration, authenticity and excellence.

Spark Renewables is a leading renewable energy company, developing and building projects to lead the renewable energy transition in Australia.

How we do business matters to us. We pride ourselves on our commitment to do what’s right and we always operate with integrity, transparency, and authenticity. We care about the land we build on, working closely with landowners, local communities, and all levels of government to develop solutions that help decarbonise the energy sector, while also driving positive social and environmental outcomes at a local level. 

The opportunity

Reporting directly to the Head of Program Management Office (PMO), as part of the PMO you will ensure robust governance processes are undertaken across all projects along the full project lifecycle. This includes assisting with the generation of project reports, coordinating various approvals, risk and issues reporting, and ensuring timely and accurate project updating is undertaken to maximise project performance.

You will work closely with internal teams across project development, engineering, grid, legal, project delivery, commercial and finance, ensuring risks and issues are efficiently and effectively managed.

Some of your duties will include:

• Administer the various project governance processes across the full lifecycle of the project to ensure sound project management practices are being implemented on all projects.
• Project reporting, including: project health checks, monthly project dashboards and reports, internal and external project updates, Board reporting and performance reporting.
• Project controls by undertaking regular reviews with project teams, to ensure risks, issues, schedule and budgets are conforming to standards and ensure issues are escalated in a timely manner.
• Compliance: track and report on compliance obligations in relation to project execution.
• Systems management: administration of project delivery systems and tools, and SharePoint document control.
• Build customer relationships: develop effective relationships with internal departments and other stakeholders.
• Assist in coordinating various project approvals to the management committees and boards within Spark Renewables.
• Maintain and update governance frameworks, policies and procedures to align with regulatory and compliance standards.
• Administration: provide high-level administrative PMO support, including coordination of meetings, logistics, bookings and minute-taking.

What we’re looking for

• Project management certification to demonstrate proficiency in project delivery (PMP, Prince2, or similar).
• Over two years of experience in project delivery, management or governance, ideally within the renewable energy, construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Leadership ability to self-perform tasks with minimal direction. The role requires multiple tasks to be managed concurrently and a calm head under pressure.
• Teamwork ability to engage with cross-functional teams, adapt to dynamic environments and work collaboratively to achieve desired outcomes.
• Financial acumen to understand how project budgets are established and managed, including monthly reporting requirements.
• General understanding of workplace health, safety, environmental, and legal compliance standards specific to Australia.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for managing relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Why you’ll love working with us

We believe our culture is second to none, and our exceptional retention rate is testament to that. We are a team of passionate professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by our focus on sustainability and our purpose to build Australia’s renewable energy future.

Our team is supportive, and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements, a hybrid work environment, great office location in Manly with ocean views, and a strong focus on professional development and health and wellbeing. You will also have the opportunity to work on impactful, future-focused projects.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company and celebrate difference in all that we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences, we can strengthen our relationships within our community and influence real change.

We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, gender, skills, and abilities. We are also committed to fostering meaningful change within our organisation and community, including First Nations communities, through the implementation and embedding of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

You can find out more about the great work that we do here.

How to apply

If this role sounds like you, please apply by providing a covering letter specifically addressing the selection criteria together with your CV. Please direct any questions you may have to people@sparkrenewables.com.

Legal Counsel

Apply for a Legal Counsel role at Spark Renewables

• Join a leading renewable energy company in this fast growing sector.
• Manly office (with ocean views!) – enjoyable hybrid environment, with great benefits.
• Permanent, full-time, immediate start.

Our development pipeline has picked up pace with our flagship, one-gigawatt, Dinawan Energy Hub project (wind, solar, BESS) having been awarded Access Rights, and other key projects being actively pushed towards financial close, including the Wattle Creek Energy Hub developed in partnership with the University of Sydney. To support this exciting next phase for our business, we are growing our legal team and are now hiring a Legal Counsel to complement our existing team. We’re looking for team members who are passionate about renewables, making a difference, and who align with our core values of integrity, collaboration, authenticity and excellence.

Spark Renewables is a leading renewable energy company, developing and building projects to lead the renewable energy transition in Australia.

How we do business matters to us. We pride ourselves in our commitment to do what’s right and we always operate with integrity, transparency, and authenticity. We care about the land we build on, working closely with landowners, local communities, and all levels of government to develop solutions that help decarbonise the energy sector, whilst also driving positive social and environmental outcomes at a local level. 

The opportunity

Reporting directly to our Chief Legal Officer, both roles will provide critical legal support across our portfolio, including our operational Bomen Solar Farm and our growing pipeline of solar, wind, and BESS projects across the National Electricity Market.

You will be involved across the full project lifecycle, drafting, reviewing, advising and negotiating across the spectrum of legal issues and contracts related to development (including land agreements, grid contracts and PPAs), financing, construction, and operations.

These are hands-on roles that offer the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and external advisors and stakeholders in a fast-paced and purpose-driven environment.

What we’re looking for – Legal Counsel (3-6 years PQE)

• The successful candidate will have experience in advising on legal issues and drafting and negotiating a range of agreements relevant to renewable energy projects (e.g. NDAs, land agreements, project approvals, consultancy agreements and procurement contracts). Experience in the energy industry and with energy specific contracts will be well regarded, particularly experience with construction contracts.
• This role will support governance and compliance activities in the team, and experience with these activities (e.g. NER, SOCI, FIRB) will be well regarded.
• This role will provide legal research support across a range of issues relevant to renewable energy projects.
• Experience with government contracts (especially LTESAs, CISAs or Access Rights agreements), will be well regarded.
• You thrive in a fast paced, agile environment without compromising attention to detail and the quality of your work. Your communication skills, both verbal and written are strong.
• You are comfortable taking ownership of your deliverables and you work just as well in a team as you do autonomously, and you have a flexible approach to change. You are collaborative by nature and are willing to tackle multiple tasks and to support larger or more complex matters as they present which may include extended and complex negotiations.
• You approach your role with a low ego, high integrity growth mindset, striving to develop your own skillset, and being alive to finding opportunities for the company to refine its systems and processes to optimise its efficiency and productivity – we welcome innovation (including the use of AI) and seek candidates who show initiative and bring a desire to achieve best practice.

Why you’ll love working with us

We believe our culture is second to none, and our exceptional retention rate is testament to that. We are a team of passionate professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by our focus on sustainability and our purpose to build Australia’s renewable energy future.

Our team is supportive, and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements, a hybrid work environment, great office location in Manly with ocean views, and a strong focus on professional development and health and wellbeing. You also get the opportunity to work on impactful, future-focussed projects.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company and celebrate difference in all that we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences we can strengthen our relationships within our community and influence real change.

We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, gender, skills and abilities. We are also committed to fostering meaningful change within our organisation and community, including First Nations communities, through the implementation and embedding of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

You can find out more about the great work that we do here.

How to apply

If this role sounds like you, please apply by providing a covering letter specifically addressing the selection criteria together with your CV. Please direct any questions you may have to people@sparkrenewables.com.

Apply for a Senior Development Officer role at Spark Renewables

• Be part of an exciting company in the growing renewable energy sector.
• Manly office with ocean views and an enjoyable hybrid work environment.
• Permanent, full-time position with great benefits, immediate start.

Our project pipeline has expanded significantly, with a range of exciting new wind, solar and battery storage developments progressing across the National Electricity Market. To support this growth, we are expanding our Development team and are now looking for a Senior Development Officer to help us deliver our high-quality renewable energy projects. 

Spark Renewables is a growing renewable energy company, developing and building projects to lead the renewable energy transition in Australia.  

How we do business matters to us. We pride ourselves in our commitment to do what’s right and we always operate with integrity, transparency, and authenticity. We care about the land we build on, working closely with landowners, local communities, and all levels of government to develop solutions that help decarbonise the energy sector, whilst also driving positive social and environmental outcomes at a local level. 

The opportunity

Reporting directly to our Senior Development Manager and working closely with the whole Development team, you will play a key role in supporting the team across all stages of project development, from early-stage site identification and feasibility assessment, through to securing land agreements, obtaining planning and grid approvals, managing procurement processes, preparing for construction, and progressing projects to financial close.   

This is a hands-on role that offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders in a fast-paced and purpose-driven environment.  Some of your duties will include: 

• Assisting with the preparation, review and submission of environmental assessments and planning documents, and management of external consultants. 
• Preparing community engagement materials (letters, newsletters, posters) and participating in stakeholder engagement with landowners, community members, First Nations groups, government agencies and other stakeholders. 
• Undertaking site identification and selection research for renewable energy projects.  
• Performing due diligence on potential project acquisitions.
• Supporting and preparing materials for Renewable Energy Zone tenders, Capacity Investment Scheme and Power Purchase Agreement processes.

This wonderful opportunity will give you exposure to all aspects of renewable energy development and the chance to be mentored closely by experienced Development Managers. 

What we’re looking for

• You will have 3-5 years’ experience in the energy sector with a relevant degree (e.g. planning, environmental science, engineering).
• You’ll have strong project management skills and be well organised.
• You’ll have great communication skills to contribute to a range of stakeholder engagement activities.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment without compromising attention to detail and the quality of your work.
• GIS mapping skills are preferred, and ideally hold an Australian Driver’s Licence.
• And importantly you have a genuine interest in and passion for the renewable energy sector.

Why you’ll love working with us

In our view, our culture is second to none. We are a team of passionate professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by our focus on sustainability and our purpose to build Australia’s renewable energy future. 

Our team is supportive, and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements, a hybrid work environment, great office location in Manly with ocean views, and a strong focus on professional development and health and wellbeing.  You also get the opportunity to work on impactful, future-focussed projects and be supported with tools and training to grow in the role. 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company and celebrate difference in all that we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences we can strengthen our relationships within our community and influence real change. 

We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, gender, skills and abilities. We are also committed to fostering meaningful change within our organisation and community through the implementation and embedding of our Reconciliation Action Plan. 

You can find out more about the great work that we do here.

How to apply

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, so please apply now by providing your CV along with a brief cover letter. We’d love to hear:  

• Why you’re interested in this role and in Spark Renewables.
• What relevant skills and experience you would bring.
• How you’d contribute to our team and the work we do.

Please submit your application and any questions you may have to people@sparkrenewables.com. 

Apply for a Project Director role at Spark Renewables

• Be part of an exciting company in the growing renewable energy sector.
• Manly office with ocean views and an enjoyable hybrid environment, with great benefits.
• Permanent, full-time, immediate start (part-time considered for the right person).

Our project pipeline has expanded significantly, with a range of exciting new wind, solar and battery storage developments progressing across the National Electricity Market. To support this growth, we are expanding our Development team and are now looking for a Project Director to help us deliver our high-quality renewable energy projects.

The opportunity

As our Project Director for the Dinawan Energy Hub, you will lead this critical project from late-stage development through to commissioning. Your main goal is to ensure it is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget, meeting Spark Renewables’ high standards. This involves implementing robust project management, a strong schedule focus, and effective risk management. You will need solid leadership, commercial acumen, and technical understanding to guide multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Some of your duties will include:

• Coordinating the project to financial close, owning the schedule and coordinating stakeholders to meet the target date.
• Implementing robust project management and governance processes, providing timely project progress reports.
• Engaging with the wider organisation to ensure risks, issues, and contingencies are efficiently managed.
• Participating in contract finalisations and negotiations, and ensuring active contractor relationship management.
• Providing technical and construction input into late-stage development and procurement, ensuring robust design reviews.
• Providing leadership during construction, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost goals are met.
• Consolidating and analysing budgets, costs, and forecasts.
• Providing direction and managing the development of the Spark Renewables project team.
• Developing effective relationships with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, landowners, and other stakeholders.

This pivotal role offers the chance to lead a landmark renewable energy project, driving its success from critical development stages through to completion.

What we’re looking for

• Over 15 years’ experience in project delivery, ideally in renewable energy or infrastructure, managing large-scale projects.
• Experience in late-stage development, procurement, and bringing projects to financial close in renewables.
• Expertise in renewable energy systems, construction methods, and Australian standards.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop talent.
• Strong financial acumen in budgeting and analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder management.

Why you’ll love working with us

In our view, our culture is second to none. We are a team of passionate professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by our focus on sustainability and our purpose to build Australia’s renewable energy future.

Our team is supportive, and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements, a hybrid work environment, great office location in Manly with ocean views, and a strong focus on professional development and health and wellbeing.  You also get the opportunity to work on impactful, future-focussed projects.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company and celebrate difference in all that we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences we can strengthen our relationships within our community and influence real change.

We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, gender, skills and abilities. We are also committed to fostering meaningful change within our organisation and community, including First Nations communities, through the implementation and embedding of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

You can find out more about the great work that we do here.

How to apply

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, so please apply now by providing your CV along with a brief cover letter. We would love to hear why you are interested in this role and Spark Renewables, what skills and experience you would bring and how you’d contribute to our team and our work.

Please submit your application and any questions you may have to people@sparkrenewables.com.

Apply for a Procurement Manager role at Spark Renewables

• Join a growing team and be part of a leading renewable energy company.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility with a stunning Manly office; other east coast locations considered.
• Be part of a collaborative, values-driven team with great culture and benefits.

Our development pipeline has picked up pace with the flagship Dinawan Energy Hub project (wind, solar, battery energy storage system) having been awarded Access Rights and other key projects being actively pushed towards financial close.  To support this, we are expanding our delivery team and are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of key procurement packages critical to the delivery of Spark Renewables’ renewable energy pipeline.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will manage end-to-end procurement for Spark Renewables’ major infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on wind farm procurement, as well as high voltage electrical works, solar farms, and BESS. This includes coordinating tender processes, evaluating proposals, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and negotiating and finalising contracts in collaboration with the Legal team.

You will work closely with internal teams across project development, engineering, grid, legal, project delivery, commercial and finance, ensuring procurement decisions support the best project outcomes while upholding Spark Renewables’ values, and a strong focus on ethical sourcing, sustainability and First Nations participation.

This hands-on role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about contributing to Australia’s renewable energy transition, as well as aligning with our values of integrity, collaboration, authenticity, and excellence.

What we’re looking for

• A self-starter with strong commercial acumen and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement roles within renewable energy, power generation, or large-scale infrastructure.
• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Law, Commerce, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Comfortable navigating complexity and known for bringing clarity, structure, and initiative to procurement processes.
• Demonstrated experience in managing end-to-end procurement activities across construction, supply, and service contracts, with minimal supervision.
• Solid understanding of legal and contractual frameworks relevant to construction and supply agreements.
• Strong skills in problem-solving, planning, negotiation, and communication.
• High attention to detail with a proven ability to manage intricate procurement processes effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Why you’ll love working with us

We believe our culture is second to none, and our exceptional retention rate is testament to that. We are a team of passionate professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by our focus on sustainability and our purpose to build Australia’s renewable energy future.

Our team is supportive, and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements, a hybrid work environment, great office location in Manly with ocean views, and a strong focus on professional development and health and wellbeing.  You also get the opportunity to work on impactful, future-focussed projects.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company and celebrate difference in all that we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences we can strengthen our relationships within our community and influence real change.

We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, gender, skills and abilities. We are also committed to fostering meaningful change within our organisation and community, including First Nations communities, through the implementation and embedding of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

How to apply

If this role sounds like you, please apply by providing a covering letter specifically addressing the selection criteria together with your CV. Please direct any questions you may have to people@sparkrenewables.com.