Onshore Wind Business Leader

Overview Onshore Wind Business Leader at Arup. You will play a pivotal role in driving the success of utility-scale onshore wind projects, lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical excellence across all phases of wind energy development – from concept and detailed design to construction and owners engineering services. You will provide strategic guidance, build strong client relationships, and contribute to expanding Arup’s market presence in the renewable energy space. Responsibilities Lead and deliver onshore wind projects across all stages - from feasibility and design to construction and commissioning - ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities and contributing to strategic growth in the renewable energy sector. Provide technical leadership in wind energy systems, particularly in foundation design, grid connection, and environmental considerations. Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, integrating expertise to deliver holistic project outcomes. Mentor and support team development, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement within the wind energy practice. Qualifications Extensive experience in onshore wind energy projects, including technical delivery, project management, and client engagement across multiple phases of development. Strong engineering background, ideally in civil, structural or electrical disciplines, with a deep understanding of wind turbine technology and infrastructure. Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor staff, lead multidisciplinary teams, and foster collaboration across business units. Commercial acumen and strategic thinking, with experience in business development, proposal writing, and identifying market opportunities in the renewable energy sector. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities, including presenting at industry forums, liaising with clients, and representing Arup in external partnerships. What We Offer You At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts. Perks and Benefits (Arup Australia) Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours. Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay, plus generous unpaid leave options. Paid parental leave for the non-primary carer of 4 weeks, with opportunity to access extra leave later if becoming the primary carer. Birthday leave and annual leave loading. Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees. International mobility opportunities and insurances (life & income protection). Interest-free solar energy and bicycle loans, novated car lease, and Ovasaver discounts. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are committed to accessibility in our recruitment process and workplace; please let us know if you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process. Application Process Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. For questions, contact Location and Seniority Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Design, Consulting, and Engineering Industries: Renewable Energy, Architecture and Planning, and related sectors Melbourne, Victoria, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr