Permit Specialist

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Permit Specialist
€70000 - €100000 per annum

Permit Specialist – Amsterdam (Hybrid)

Who is it?
JD Ross Energy is representing a long-standing partner. Active for over two decades and stock-listed, this company is a global leader in the solar and battery storage industry. With a vast 26GW solar project pipeline and a 55GWh energy project pipeline, this business is active in over 100 countries.

Part of their business is at the forefront of manufacturing and solar solution services, while their development branch excels in clean energy project development with a notable 9GW of solar and 3GWh of battery storage projects completed globally. Committed to sustainability, they align with reporting standards and have earned multiple prestigious awards for quality and bankability in the solar industry.


What will you do?

• Ensure project compliance with Dutch and EU environmental laws, building codes, and safety standards.
• Monitor legislative changes that affect solar and BESS projects.
• Prepare, submit, and follow up on permit applications to Dutch authorities at local, regional, and national levels.
• Serve as the primary contact for government agencies, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Manage concerns and negotiate conditions to obtain permit approvals.
• Coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments and other required environmental studies.
• Work with consultants and in-house experts to ensure ecological compliance.
• Assess risks associated with the permitting process and develop mitigation strategies.
• Integrate permit-related requirements into project planning.
• Inform local stakeholders about the benefits and importance of solar and BESS projects.

What do you need?

• Track record of permit obtainment and thorough understanding of the process.
• Recent experience in renewable project permitting is a must, but background from other industries acceptable.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of the energy industry, as well as Dutch policy.
• Experience in community participation and engagement.
• Proactive approach and motivation to be an active part of the energy transition in the Netherlands.
• Interest and drive to work on innovative technologies and find creative solutions to the challenges in the Dutch industry.

What do you get?

• Competitive salary.
• Concrete and realistic bonus with tangible targets.
• Transport options
• More than 25 holidays.
• Pension options.
• Hybrid environment.
• Company incentives and events.
• Dynamic and motivated team.
• Scale-up environment with huge corporate backing.
• Quick processes and decision making.

What’s next?
Please apply directly through this advert and we will come back to you within 3 working days.


Permit Specialist – Amsterdam (Hybrid)