Land and Property Delivery Specialist Carbon Projects, AGL – Melbourne

Published 06:22 on April 15, 2024  /  Last updated at 06:22 on April 15, 2024  / Carbon Pulse /  Job Postings

The Land & Property Delivery Specialist will be responsible for land acquisition for vegetation carbon project delivery.

As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia’s best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.

Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the Role:

As the Land & Property Delivery Specialist will be responsible for land acquisition for vegetation carbon project delivery. You will develop a pipeline of land acquisition / leasing options, including on and off market opportunities to facilitate AGL’s carbon strategy.

What you’ll be doing:

• Implement the strategy for carbon project land acquisition
• Lead project land negotiations from inception to completion with legal support
• Engaging consultants, external and internal stakeholders and interacting with councils and Government agencies
• Developing strong local community relationships to facilitate land acquisition and leasing, including resolving landowner concerns
• Working closely with Traditional Owners Groups where native title requirements are identified
• Developing a property inventory of carbon relevant infrastructure and assist in identifying requirements to successfully implement a carbon project
• Supporting the due diligence and final close process for all aspects of property
• Managing the internal approval and document control process for property agreements

About You:

You will be an experienced land acquisition specialist with experience, exposure or an interest in vegetation carbon project development. Your ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and negotiate effectively will set you up for success.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Tertiary qualifications in Legal, property, land or estate management
• Experience in property acquisition including leases, purchases, licences with a focus on rural / utility property assets
• Advanced communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• An understanding of regional land holdings and contract / lease documentation as they relate to ACCU project development
• Flexibility to travel throughout remote and regional Australia
• The ability to work independently and take responsibility to deliver results
• An understanding of grazing systems, forest systems and rangelands ecology systems is desirable
• A current full drivers licence

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans
• Participate in Energise – our reward & recognition program
• Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer
• Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions
• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals

*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

We’d love to see your application, submitted by Monday 29th of April.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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