First Nations Engagement Manager (Identified)

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Join ACCIONA Energia in our commitment to engaging with and supporting the communities we operate in. We are seeking a First Nations Engagement Manager to develop and implement our engagement strategy with First Nations communities, contributing to a sustainable future for these communities.

• Lead the review and implementation of ACCIONA Energia’s Corporate First Nations Plan and project-level Participation Plans.
• Track, evaluate, and improve engagement strategies.
• Guide the business on First Nations engagement across the project lifecycle – from Project Development to Construction to Operations & Maintenance.
• Assist the Project Development team by crafting compelling tender responses related to First Nations engagement and partnerships.
• Support the development of Cultural Heritage plans, coordinating relevant inputs from internal stakeholders and aligning business priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with First Nations peoples, Traditional Owners, and representative groups.

• This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-identified position, requiring the candidate to have connections to Elders and Country.
• Tertiary qualification in Business or similar degree.
• Background in utilities, mining, oil & gas, infrastructure, or other similar sectors, with an understanding of large-scale projects.
• Experience developing and implementing strategies for First Nations participation and engagement, including Reconciliation Action Plans.
• Strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels to enhance understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
• Flexibility and willingness for ad hoc travel.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.