The sustainable vacancies in the Northern Netherlands
Permit Advisor
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solar park, geothermal, energy transition, environment, grid congestion, hydrogen, solar energy, sustainability
You guide permit processes and write explanatory notes for solar energy, geothermal energy, hydrogen, and heat networks. You coordinate studies and liaise with municipalities, provinces, and water boards. Requirements: HBO/WO education in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Political Science, or Law, and experience with permit processes.
Description
You work at a national consultancy firm within the Energy Transition on projects in the fields of solar energy, geothermal energy, hydrogen, heat networks, and grid congestion. In this role, you act as the link between the client and the government and monitor permitting processes to ensure projects do not get bogged down in procedures.
Job requirements
- Completed higher vocational or university education in urban planning, public administration, environmental science, political science or law.
- Knowledge and experience with (environmental) permitting procedures.
- Affinity with sustainable energy projects.
- A good discussion partner at both substantive and management levels.
- Meticulous working method, clear communication, and the ability to navigate between diverse interests.
Tasks
- Advising on necessary permits and strategic choices in the initial phase of energy projects.
- Guiding permitting processes from strategy to submission.
- Writing explanatory memoranda and coordinating sectoral studies.
- Coordinating with competent authorities such as municipalities, provinces, and water boards.
- Monitoring processes and making adjustments to prevent delays.
- Practical examples: participating in internal meetings on permit strategy, contacting municipalities regarding environmental permits, drafting explanatory notes for permit applications, and providing input for spatial justifications.
Working conditions
- Directly employed by the client.
- Challenging projects that contribute to the energy future of the Netherlands.
- Working within a multidisciplinary team of advisors.
- Extensive development opportunities through an in-house academy and a vitality program.
- Hybrid work environment with freedom, trust, and room for initiative.
- 32 vacation days.
- Excellent pension plan.
- Home work allowance and a circular home work place.
- Modern culture with a focus on job satisfaction, personal leadership, and sustainability.
Description of the organization
- The intermediary offers free training and courses at the organization's expense.
- A dedicated employment advisor personally guides you in your development and career.
- Access to a strong network in the Energy Transition, from project developers to governments.
- Prospect of a permanent contract; many professionals progress to a permanent position.
- Flexibility in assignments and support in finding a better next step, if desired.
Skills suitable for this job type
management and governance
Law
computer use
protection of persons and property
maintaining operational data
interview
negotiating and managing contracts and agreements
checking safety and security
documenting and recording information
preparing documentation for contracts, applications and permits
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