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Job Description
Job Title
Program Coordinator
Department
Asset Management
Reporting to
Head of Asset Management APAC
About Lightsource bp
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
Our Values
Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values are guiding principles for everything we do.
Creating and maintaining a long term, continuously safe and healthy environment is our top priority.
We are a company of uncompromising integrity and business ethics.
We respect the law, support universal human rights, protect the environment and benefit the communities where we work.
As a renewable energy company, we are part of the climate change solution.
We adopt a ‘solutions’ driven mindset throughout our entire business in order to stay ahead of the game in an ever-changing global energy landscape.
What You’ll do (the role)
Summary
The Program Coordinator plays a key role in supporting documentation governance, regulatory compliance, and contractual obligations across Lightsource bp’s APAC portfolio. The role oversees the coordination and management of project documentation and compliance processes to ensure alignment with company standards, regulatory requirements, and operational readiness across the asset lifecycle.
This position also contributes to monitoring compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies while supporting continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen transparency, efficiency, and risk management. In addition, the role supports government contract and compliance activities, including oversight of social licence commitments and initiatives aimed at meeting contractual and regulatory obligations, while providing high‑level reporting to key internal and external stakeholders.
Duties and Responsiblities
State and Federal Government Contracts
· Ensure the accurate setup, organisation, and ongoing management of all project documentation, maintaining adherence to company and regulatory standards.
· Act as the Principal’s representative for the administration of government contracts.
· Ensure all contractual and social license obligations and compliance requirements are tracked and met.
· Lead and coordinate tender submissions for government-run programs.
· Manage reporting and compliance requirements during development, construction, and operations.
· Coordinate with internal teams and third parties (e.g. EPC, O&M) to ensure obligations are clearly allocated and delivered.
· Oversee performance, financial, and contractual reporting required under the programs.
COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT
· Ensure accurate setup, organisation, and maintenance of project documentation in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
· Act as a central coordination point across LSbp APAC teams (development, delivery, and operations) to support documentation handover and consistency.
· Work with the IFS and APAC Asset Management teams to support implementation and continuous improvement of the Asset Management platform.
· Monitor compliance with local regulations and internal policies, identifying and addressing gaps where necessary.
· Drive continuous improvement in compliance monitoring, documentation processes, and reporting to improve efficiency, transparency, and operational readiness.
Who we’re looking for
KNOWLEDGE
· Strong understanding of key contracts, and stakeholder roles and responsibilities across construction, development, delivery, and operations functions within large-scale renewable energy projects.
· In-depth familiarity with compliance management frameworks, including relevant local regulations and internal policies applicable to renewable energy projects in the APAC region.
· Knowledge of best practices for optimizing documentation workflows and compliance processes.
· Understanding of major government revenue support tender processes (e.g. CIS, LTESA)
· Strong understanding of CIS and LTESA contracts including project milestone commitments, social licence commitments, revenue calculations and payment claims, and all reporting requirements
EXPERIENCE
· Hands-on experience managing and maintaining project documentation to ensure compliance with the agreements.
· Experience working with cross-functional teams and acting as a liaison among development, delivery, construction, and operations groups.
· Demonstrated involvement in implementing and improving documentation management.
· Experience in government revenue support tender processes within renewable energy, infrastructure, or construction sectors.
· Experience in government revenue support contracting (e.g. CIS and LTESA) and compliance requirements
PERSONAL/WORK SKILLS
· Team working skills
· Problem solving and proactive attitude
· Detailed oriented and well organised
· Able to work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of tight deadlines
· Fluency in English is essential
· Process oriented
· Strong technical IT skills (Excel, SCADA, PowerBI, etc.)
· Based in Sydney.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Educated to Degree level in a subject applicable in the renewable industry,
Why you’ll want to work for us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible
Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.
Be inspired
Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project or our net-zero by 2025 campaign.
Benefits:
- Maternity leave
- Parental leave
- Referral program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sydney NSW
