Marine Ecology Manager d/f/m - Offshore Wind

RWE Offshore Wind Netherlands B.V.
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent
 

RWE Renewables is looking to recruit a Marine Ecology Manager for the Offshore Development Benelux Team.  

RWE in the Benelux 

These are exciting times for RWE with the company developing and constructing the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in The Netherlands as well as the many offshore wind tenders planned in the Benelux in the coming years.  

RWE strongly believes in the power of the presence of a local team as a basic ingredient for successful participation in offshore wind. This approach is combined with support from various international departments where all required expertise is available. By doing so, RWE has not only been able to win several auctions in recent years, but has also been able to develop, construct and operate the relevant wind farms on time and within budget.

Your role 

As a Marine Ecology Manager you will be a key advisor within the development organization and in reaching RWE’s 2030 sustainability target to become net-positive for biodiversity on new assets. You will take a lead role on ecological matters of the OranjeWind project and support our tender team on ecological proof points for the upcoming offshore wind tenders. Furthermore, you will focus on ecological pilot projects and Joint Industry Programs (JIPs) to build knowledge and expertise, ensuring that this expertise is applied across RWE's offshore renewable energy portfolio. 

You have a good insight into environmental matters, procedures and legal frameworks relevant for the Benelux. You will be expected to take a collaborative and direct role in supporting the Development Team in strategic environmental topics and ecological matters. ou work closely with various experts, including other ecologists, permit managers, engineers, marine ecology consultants, governments s well as with Universities and  knowledge institutes in relation to monitoring, assessment and dissemination programs.

The role is primarily based in Utrecht, however, travelling across Netherlands will be required on a regular basis and flexible working from home is possible. 

Your future plans

• Act as Marine Ecology manager within our existing project pipeline
• Take a lead role in our project OranjeWind in relation to all ecology related matters and requirements, such as the impact of the project on marine life
• Support our tender team and develop the ecological proof points to be included in the offshore wind tender bids, aiming to make our next tender bids as environmentally realistic as possible 
• Provide environmental and ecological support and advice throughout the organisation, be involved in RWE’s pilot project and JIPs
• Facilitate implementation of innovative environmental and ecological solutions in close collaboration with our engineering and technical innovation departments and external partners
• Liaise on a continual basis with authorities, partners, marine ecology consultants and other stakeholders related to environment and ecology

Your profile

• You have a master's degree in e.g. environmental sciences, marine ecology or a comparable discipline 
• You must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in marine ecology, with required expertise in offshore renewable energy development and its ecological impacts
• In depth understanding of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) approaches and delivery, including impact and mitigation measures 
• Experience in working in complex and multidisciplinary projects and teams
• Advanced communication skills (written and verbal) in Dutch and English and ability to communicate complex issues to internal and external stakeholders including relevant authorities and contractors
• Proven leadership and project management skills
• You are a person who likes being part of a team. Your way of working is independent, structured and conscientious

Benefits 

• The option to work from various locations, including the office and home (hybrid model), along with the provision of a company-issued mobile phone and laptop
• Attractive remuneration plus additional benefits such as employer-funded company pension scheme
• Plenty of opportunities to grow within RWE Netherlands or worldwide
• Space to follow training in or outside your work area
• 30 vacation days with the possibility to buy extra days

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Offshore wind is a pivotal element of our carbon neutral ambition. Already No.2 in the global market, we plan to triple our 2.2GW output by 2030, led by projects such as Sofia (1,400 MW) and Kaskasi (342MW). With our financial stability, this is where you’ll also have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we continuously improve, together.

Renewables is the future of our business, and Offshore wind a pivotal element of our carbon neutral ambition. With 800+ fixed bottom and floating turbines – plus others totalling 800MW we operate for partners – we’re already the No.2 generator globally. And we plan to triple our 2.2GW output by 2030, led by landmark projects such as Sofia (1,400 MW) and Kaskasi (342MW). Offshore wind is a constantly evolving technical, practical and social challenge. Our financial stability means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to harness new technologies – and continuously improve, together.

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