Are you an environmental specialist? Do you have experience in the renewable energy sector?

Vestas is seeking a qualified Environmental Specialist who will manage all the environmental and stakeholder engagement aspects of the wind projects under development in EMEA/Latam Region. The specialist would be based in Rome reporting to the Head of Development Italy and working closely with the development team.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the preparation and reviewing of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) reports, feasibility studies, environmental Due Diligence for wind farm projects.
• Working closely with company's technical departments (construction, transport, siting, electrical, sustainability) and managing subcontractors to ensure environmental constraints and requirements are respected during project development.
• Perform site visits at project sites for the preliminary identification of potential environmental criticalities to be managed during the development phase.
• Prepare Scope of Works for the execution of Environmental site inspections and monitoring to be carried out from third parties consultants and supervise the proper execution of the assigned activities.
• Manage public consultation with stakeholders and meeting with Authorities, when needed during the permitting phase.
• Manage permitting procedures of the projects under development (i.e. for Italy: Environmental Impact Assessment procedures, Single Authorization, PAUR..etc) and active monitoring of the regulatory framework evolution.

Qualifications and Skills

• University degree (or equivalent) in a relevant environmental or scientific discipline (i.e. Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Geology..etc), with a focused emphasis on EIA/ESIA, natural resources management and related disciplines. Experience in Wind Projects will be valued.
• 3-5 years of experience in the delivery of EIAs and the consenting process in Italy.
• Experience in coordinating specialists of the several environmental disciplines (noise, landscape, birds and bats, archaeology...etc)
• Familiarity with international best practices of EIA Regulations (and ESIA when applicable).
• Proficient knowledge of English language (other languages would be valuable).
• Good knowledge of geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS). Knowledge of OpenWind software is positive in the recruitment process.

Competencies

• Outcome and deadline focused.
• Team-work attitude.
• Initiative-driven, self-motivated, and responsive to project requirements.
• Health and Safety consciousness.

What we offer

• Hybrid work
• Attractive salary + bonus
• Life and medical insurance
• Opportunity to grow your professional career in an international environment

Additional information

This is an international company, please upload your CV in English.

This position requires being open to travel about 30% or 40% of your working time.

This position is located in Rome. Please, apply if you live here or are really willing to relocate.