Offshore Consents Advisor in Edinburgh - Taylor Hopkinson | Powered by Brunel

Job Description Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland
Responsibilities
Lead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project.
Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations to existing consents where required.
Support the discharging of offshore consent conditions for the Project.
Liaison with the Project Team, specialist consultants and Contractors to deliver documentation relating to consent variations and discharge of conditions.
Engagement with key external stakeholders and industry groups.
Working with the main project technical packages in the pre-construction and construction phases to ensure compliance.
Provide offshore environment and consenting input to the wider project team including interface with onshore transmission works.
Providing support with budget, programme, and risk management.
Requirements
Degree qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g. marine biology, environmental science/engineering, planning, geography, law).
Problem solving including complex consenting issues and interface with wider project.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Multi-skilled self-starter, with high levels of energy & commitment to deliver.
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
The ability to engage with and empathise with stakeholders.
Knowledge and experience of consenting and environmental management activities for offshore wind / marine projects is essential.
Awareness of onshore consenting activities or construction is desirable.