Community Participation & Permitting Lead – Amsterdam (Hybrid)

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Community Participation & Permitting Lead – Amsterdam (Hybrid)
Competitive

Community Participation & Permitting Lead – Amsterdam (Hybrid)




Who is it?
JD Ross Energy is representing a long-standing partner. Active for over two decades and stock-listed, this company is a global leader in the solar and battery storage industry. With a vast 26GW solar project pipeline and a 55GWh energy project pipeline, this business is active in over 100 countries.


Part of their business is at the forefront of manufacturing and solar solution services, while their development branch excels in clean energy project development with a notable 9GW of solar and 3GWh of battery storage projects completed globally. Committed to sustainability, they align with reporting standards and have earned multiple prestigious awards for quality and bankability in the solar industry.




What will you do?

• Prepare, submit, and follow up on permit applications to Dutch authorities at local, regional, and national levels.
• Serve as the primary contact for government agencies, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Manage concerns and negotiate conditions to obtain permit approvals.
• Coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments and other required environmental studies.
• Assess risks associated with the permitting process and develop mitigation strategies.
• Integrate permit-related requirements into project planning.
• Inform local stakeholders about the benefits and importance of solar and BESS projects.
• Focus primarily on utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects ranging from 200 MW to 1.5 GW.
• Develop and implement comprehensive plans to secure necessary permits efficiently.
• Take ownership of community engagement and participation.

What do you need?

• Track record of permit obtainment and thorough understanding of the process within the renewable energy sphere in the Netherlands.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of the energy industry, as well as Dutch policy.
• Experience in community participation and engagement.
• Proactive approach and motivation to be an active part of the energy transition.
• Interest and drive to work on innovative technologies and find creative solutions to the challenges in the Dutch industry.

What do you get?

• Competitive salary depending on experience and seniority.
• Concrete and realistic bonus with tangible targets.
• Transport options
• More than 25 holidays.
• Pension options.
• Hybrid environment.
• Company incentives and events.
• Dynamic and motivated team.
• Scale-up environment with huge corporate backing.
• Quick processes and decision making.