Head of Planning

3 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Force Full time
Job Title: Head of Planning & Development
Business Unit: Commercial
Reporting to: Head of Commercial
Location: Newbridge
Duration: Permanent
Overview:

This senior role will lead planning and consenting across a renewable energy portfolio, including wind (onshore/offshore), solar, battery storage, and green hydrogen. The position oversees strategy, stakeholder engagement, environmental assessment, and statutory processes across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:Strategy & Leadership

  • Lead the planning and consenting strategy across all development projects.

  • Advise senior management on planning, regulatory, and environmental matters.

  • Shape governance for site selection and project progression.

  • Represent the organisation in policy discussions, inquiries, and industry forums.

  • Engage with regulators and stakeholders to influence the planning environment.

  • Implement development processes and risk mitigation strategies.

Planning & Consenting

  • Manage planning applications and consents for multiple projects.

  • Own consenting strategies and timelines aligned with commercial goals.

  • Identify and resolve planning risks in collaboration with legal and executive teams.

Project Management

  • Deliver multiple infrastructure projects with varied scope and complexity.

  • Manage procurement and contracts for planning and environmental services.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Lead engagement with partners, authorities, and communities.

  • Build relationships with planning bodies, government departments, and NGOs.

  • Represent the organisation at national forums and industry groups.

Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing planning and environmental team.

  • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and quality.

  • Manage external consultants and advisors.

Health & Safety / Performance

  • Comply with all health and safety policies.

  • Actively contribute to performance reviews and team objectives.

Candidate Profile:Qualifications

  • Honours degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, or similar.

Experience

  • 10+ years in renewable energy development.

  • Strong background in planning, EIA, and complex infrastructure projects.

  • Experience with large-scale applications and multi-stakeholder environments.

Skills

  • Knowledge of Irish/EU planning laws and environmental regulations.

  • Familiarity with energy technologies, grid systems, and EIAR development.

  • Strong project, programme, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proven leadership and negotiation abilities.

Attributes

  • Solutions-focused, organised, and self-motivated.

  • High attention to detail and quality.
  • Professional memberships (e.g., IPI, RTPI, IEMA) are a plus.

For a full job spec please conact Shirley Kiernan onn 086 783 1786.

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