Terna, the Italian national transmission grid (NTG) operator, is actively engaged in the process of ecological transition and cultural transformation, and aims to create a work environment, where everyone can express their abilities to the fullest. As director of the electricity system and enabler of the energy transition, our task is to develop a grid capable of managing the ever-increasing integration of renewables and enabling the progressive decarbonisation of the system while constantly balancing energy produced and consumed.

Do you want to play a key role in the energy transition and help create the energy system of the future?

For the Palermo office, Terna is seeking candidates for the role of Permitting Specialist to be placed in the Efficient Territorial Planning function, within the Island Territorial Planning function.

Main Activities:

• Supervising the meetings with Local Administrations and Bodies concerning the authorization processes (PAS, SCIA, VA, VIA, PAUR, PUA, etc.) for connection works regarding generation, accumulation and consumption systems;
• Supporting other corporate structures in the relationship with Local Administrations and Bodies, concerning the technical aspects of the authorization processes for connection and micro-zonal capacity projects functional works.

Necessary requirements:

• Degree in Architecture or Engineering with an Environmental, Civil or Landscape specialization.
• At least 3 years’ professional experience.
• Thorough knowledge of environmental, urban and landscaping regulations at local, regional and national level.
• Excellent knowledge of specific GIS, QGIS, and CAD software.
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Being skilled in landscape bond and land registry analysis, and in drafting technical feasibility studies.
• Being skilled in the selection and validation of sites suitable for the development of FER systems.
• Excellent knowledge of English.
• Also required are problem-solving abilities, precision, discretion while treating confidential information, spirit of enterprise, and team work.

Other preferential requirements:
• Previous experience in the energy field;

Experience in similar roles, preferably within structured corporate contexts;
• Knowledge of other foreign languages (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese).

We offer a workplace where people can effectively collaborate, take an active role and participate in the construction of an innovative work environment aimed at well-being throughout the organization.

We are committed to valuing the uniqueness of everyone in an  inclusive working community, and we are considering applications with the required qualifications, offering equal employment opportunities. All Terna personnel will receive an onboarding, training at  Terna Academy  and personal career development pathways.

The deadline for applications is no later than 1/09/25.  Applications can be submitted by clicking on “Apply Now”. Recruitment contact: Simona Sapio - talentacquisition@terna.it

Please note that CVs sent by email will not be considered. Candidates who are deemed to fit the profile will be contacted in the coming weeks. We would like to thank all other applicants for their interest in our Group and we confirm that their applications will be considered in the event of other future openings.