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POSITION INFO:
Land Acquisition Manager – Renewable Energy
Location: Office-based | Cape Town
Sector: Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro)
Are you passionate about driving sustainable energy development across Africa? We are seeking a dynamic Land Acquisition Manager to lead and coordinate the securing of land for renewable energy projects across South Africa and international markets. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of clean energy on the continent.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and assess new land opportunities for solar, wind, and hydro projects.
- Negotiate, review, and finalize lease agreements with property owners.
- Manage land purchases, servitude, and wayleave negotiations.
- Oversee mapping and layout overlays of project designs.
- Secure and maintain all land-related permits and approvals.
- Maintain strong communication with new and existing landlords.
- Manage consultants and land acquisition specialists.
- Engage with all relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
- Address landlord and permitting issues promptly and effectively.
- Support bid compilation processes with accurate land-related inputs.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor of Spatial Planning (Honours) or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 4 years in site acquisition or land development.
- Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Strong GIS capabilities
- Proven ability to manage stakeholders and consultants
- Familiarity with permitting and regulatory processes
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy space and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now and be part of Africa’s energy transition.
