Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the roleThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy in Aotearoa. Reporting directly to our Chief Renewable Growth Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of identifying, evaluating, and delivering large-scale hydro storage projects that will firm renewables and support our transition to a low-carbon future. We have a pipeline of early-stage projects waiting for someone with drive and expertise to lead them to success.You’ll bring together strategy, commercial nous, and technical expertise to turn bold ideas into real-world outcomes. From building robust business cases and navigating consenting pathways, to working alongside iwi, communities, and stakeholders, you’ll be the driving force behind some of the most significant renewable infrastructure projects in the motu. This is your chance to leave a legacy – not just for Contact, but for the whole of Aotearoa.

Contact (contact.co.nz ) is one of New Zealand&rsquo;s largest energy retailers and generators. We&rsquo;re committed to building a better New Zealand. We balance our commitment to lowering carbon emissions and producing renewable energy, with maintaining reliable access to energy for our 500,000 customers. We generate electricity from hydro, geothermal and gas and have one of the most flexible generation portfolios in the country.

Head of Business Development - Hydro

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the roleThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy in Aotearoa. Reporting directly to our Chief Renewable Growth Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of identifying, evaluating, and delivering large-scale hydro storage projects that will firm renewables and support our transition to a low-carbon future.&nbsp;We have a pipeline of early-stage projects waiting for someone with drive and expertise to lead them to success.You’ll bring together strategy, commercial nous, and technical expertise to turn bold ideas into real-world outcomes. From building robust business cases and navigating consenting pathways, to working alongside iwi, communities, and stakeholders, you’ll be the driving force behind some of the most significant renewable infrastructure projects in the motu. This is your chance to leave a legacy – not just for Contact, but for the whole of Aotearoa.

Head of Business Development - Hydro

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