Permit Manager

Full time | Manager |Thailand

Levanta Renewables is an institutionally backed renewable energy platform focused on Southeast Asia, developing, building and operating utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects. Headquartered in Singapore, Levanta has integrated capabilities from greenfield development through financing, construction, and long-term asset management, with a focus on disciplined execution in complex, high-growth markets.

The company is currently building a gigawatt-scale renewable energy portfolio across Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia, while expanding its presence across key regional markets and delivering sustainable, long-term value for stakeholders.

Levanta Renewables is wholly owned by Actis, a leading global sustainable infrastructure investor and part of General Atlantic’s global investment platform, with approximately US$108 billion in combined assets under management.

Due to business expansion, we are actively seeking a Permit Manager for the Solar Utility to be based in Bangkok, Thailand. This role reports to the O&M Associate Director, Thailand.

Role & Responsibilities

Ideal candidate should possess:

As the Permit Manager, TH, you will play a key role in government liaison, permit management, internal coordination, documentation management and overall supporting task for solar assets in Thailand.

Permit Manager is responsible for ensuring all solar assets in construction and operation maintain full regulatory compliance through effective permit management, government liaison, stakeholder coordination, and administrative governance. The role serves as the key interface between the company and external authorities while supporting operational and management requirements to ensure business continuity and compliance. Being centrally based in Bangkok.

Role & Responsibilities

• Management of department documents such as ISO, permits, correspondence letters with government departments, etc.
• Coordinate with internal teams and all relevant external parties, e.g., ERC, DIW, PEA, MEA, EGAT, IEAT, government agencies, project sponsors/shareholders, industrial estates, contracts, lenders’ advisors, and contractors.
• Lead and manage the store and stock control of operating asset spare parts.
• Prepare presentations and board meeting agendas for management.
• Draft formal letters in both Thai and English.
• Manage operating asset expenses and cost tracking.

Ideal candidate should possess;

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Science, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in permit management, regulatory compliance, or government liaison activities, preferably within the power generation or renewable energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, licensing processes, and compliance obligations relevant to power plant operations.
• Experience coordinating with government authorities and key stakeholders such as ERC, PEA, DIW, and local regulatory agencies.
• Experience in renewable energy projects would be an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to communicate with people of different cultures and backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel/work upcountry on a case-by-case basis to follow up on assignments.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal (minimum 750 TOEIC score is an advantage).
• Goal-Oriented, Unity, Learning, and Flexible.