REGIONAL HEAD of Land Acquisition

Reports To : Lead – Land Head

Experience : 15+ years (Experience in Renewable Energy Sector)

1) Job Purpose :

To head strategy and lead team of land acquisition and management for renewable energy projects . The role involves identifying suitable land parcels, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and liaising with key stakeholders to facilitate the acquisition process for project development.

2) Key Responsibilities :

Land Identification and Feasibility :

 Identify suitable land parcels for renewable energy projects (wind / solar) in the Pathan region.

 Conduct feasibility analysis to determine the viability of potential land for hybrid (solar / wind) projects.

 Collaborate with internal teams for land survey, assessment, and technical evaluations.

Liaison and Coordination :

 Liaise with government authorities, local farmers, village leaders, sarpanches, talatis, MLAs, and other relevant stakeholders for land acquisition.

 Build relationships with local communities and key influencers to ease negotiations and ensure smooth land acquisition processes.

 Work closely with land brokers, legal teams, and other parties to manage land acquisition-related matters.

Legal Compliance and Documentation :

 Coordinate with legal authorities, land acquisition, and marketing departments to ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

 Facilitate the collection of required documentation from Gram Panchayat offices, Mamlatdar offices, DILR offices, Forest offices, etc.

 Manage the preparation and submission of documents for NOCs, clearances, and approvals from relevant departments, such as forest and mining.

Site Visits and Surveys :

 Conduct site visits with Circle Officers, Mining Officers, Range Forest Officers, and other officials for location inspections, demarcation, and NOC-related work.

 Oversee all types of survey work, including government wasteland, private land, sathani land, and forest land.

 Familiar with GPS, Total Station, D-GPS, and other surveying tools for accurate land measurement and demarcation.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting :

 Regularly report the progress of land acquisition activities, highlighting challenges and suggesting solutions to overcome obstacles.

 Liaise with the marketing department for customer site visits and provide necessary support for client interactions.

Compliance and Risk Management :

 Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements for land acquisition.

 Proactively mitigate risks by addressing legal, community, and environmental concerns that could impact project timelines.

3) Key Skills and Competencies :

 Strong experience in land acquisition processes, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

 Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence various stakeholders.

 Good knowledge of land laws, regulations, and statutory compliance in Gujarat.

 Proficiency in GPS-based land surveys and experience using tools like MapSource, Google Earth, and UTM.

 Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast- paced environment.

4) Qualifications :

 Degree in Land Management, Geography, Law, or related field.

 Minimum of 7 years of experience in land acquisition, with a focus on renewable energy projects.