As an emerging leader in sustainable energy development in Australia, Vena Energy understands that our long-term success goes hand-in-hand with enhancing the broader well-being of the communities and regions in which we operate. Vena Energy looks forward to making a positive contribution to the local community, the region’s economy, and the nation’s transition to renewable energy.

Wandoan South Solar 2 will provide positive outcomes for the local community through the provision of significant economic stimulus to the region through construction jobs, supplier contracts, and associated flow-on benefits to local businesses and contractors. Vena Energy supports a local procurement policy and will promote participation from local, regional, and Australian suppliers wherever possible. Local purchasing is likely to include a wide range of products and services from fencing contractors, concreters, welders, electricians, plant and equipment operators, transport contractors, and administrators.

Construction of the solar farm is expected to take approximately 23 months with approximately 300 workforce personnel present on site at the peak period of construction. Closer to construction, Vena Energy will provide the community with an invitation to express interest in employment opportunities and the provision of construction and maintenance services.

Vena Energy have also worked together with the landowner to maintain the agricultural viability across the site by integrating and co-locating agricultural infrastructure to accommodate animal grazing activities prior to the commencement of construction.

Approximately 18 full-time staff will be present during the operation of the solar farm. Additional part-time staff will be required on a regular basis to undertake electrical maintenance, site management and administration, environmental services, weed control, fire management, and site security.