Podcast Episode #54 Renewable Energy Careers, with Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer at Southerly Ten
In this episode, Leah spoke to Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer at Southerly Ten, about the different types of career opportunities available for those interested in working on a large renewable energy project such as those managed by Southerly Ten.
Southerly Ten is a specialist offshore wind energy developer for Australia and New Zealand, from the team behind Star of the South and is backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). Southerly Ten’s mission is to advance a local offshore wind industry and leave a positive legacy of clean energy for future generations.
Leah and Erin discussed the following:
👉 Southerly Ten and the projects on the horizon
👉 Examples of the types of roles required to complete such a large offshore wind project (both technical and non–technical)
👉What types of backgrounds will be required
👉 Examples of individuals who have successfully transitioned from other industries/projects into offshore wind and whether study is required
👉 What could someone interested in moving into renewable energy/offshore wind do to improve their chances of transitioning into this industry
👉 Resources and job boards for those interested in renewable energy careers
Additional resources:
Southerly Tean website – https://southerlyten.com.au/
Clean Energy Council – https://cleanenergycouncil.org.au/
Green Jobs Job Board – https://greenjobs.com.au/
ARENA – https://arena.gov.au/projects/?project-value-start=0&project-value-end=200000000
AEIC wind farm and solar farm maps – https://www.aeic.gov.au/energy-projects-and-infrastructure
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