Electrical Technician

TasNetworks; Hobart; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

20 days annual leave + 3 days between

Electricity discount 16.66%

On-call roster

Leave loading 17.5%

Career development

Onsite gym

Tools provided

Job summary

TasNetworks is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join the Streetlight Crew in Tasmania. You will maintain, inspect and fault-find on streetlighting assets, delivering safe and reliable service while contributing to a positive team culture.

The role offers permanent full-time employment from our Cambridge Depot with an emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, plus a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified Electrician (Cert III in Electotechnology)
• Tasmanian Electrical Practitioners Licence required
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and customer service
• Ability to identify practical solutions in field-based environments

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient and high-quality electrical work meeting customer expectations and timeframes
• Perform inspection, maintenance, repair and construction on streetlighting assets
• Conduct testing, commissioning and fault-finding to identify and resolve issues
• Support PoW activities including defect rectification and customer requests
• Participate in an on-call roster to restore network reliability

Skills

Electrical safety

Fault finding

On-call readiness

Education

Cert III in Electrotechnology

Tasmanian Electrical Practitioners Licence

Tools

HRW licences DG WP CV

MR/HR licence

Job description

About the role

Base salary from $105,807 per annum + Super, Overtime and On-Call

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join our newly formed Streetlight Crew. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical electricity infrastructure, helping deliver safe, reliable services to communities across Tasmania while building a rewarding long-term career.

We're seeking a motivated, safety-focused electrician who takes pride in delivering quality work, solving problems and contributing to a positive team culture.

As part of our Streetlight Crew, you'll play a key role in maintaining, inspecting and fault-finding on Tasmania's streetlighting network, helping ensure the ongoing safety, reliability and performance of these community assets.

In this role you will:

• Deliver safe, efficient and high-quality electrical work that meets customer expectations and timeframes.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, repair and construction activities on streetlighting and associated electrical assets.
• Conduct testing, commissioning and fault-finding activities to identify and resolve network and asset issues.
• Support Program of Work (PoW) activities including defect rectification customer requests and fault response.
• Participate in an on-call roster, responding to faults, assessing asset conditions and undertaking repairs to restore network reliability.

About you

To be successful in this role you will be a trade qualified Electrician (Cert III in Electrotechnology) and hold a Tasmanian Electrical Practitioners Licence. You'll bring a strong commitment to safety, quality and customer service, along with the ability to identify practical solutions and deliver outcomes in a dynamic field-based environment.

This, combined with your proven ability to determine the most effective and efficient way to achieve results whilst focusing on continuous improvement is key to joining a high performing team.

You’ll also bring:

• HRW licences (DG, WP, CV) and MR/HR licence – desirable.
• A focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and solve problems.
• Motivation to grow, learn and step into new challenges.

What's on offer

This is a Permanent full-time opportunity based out of our Cambridge Depot offering an attractive remuneration and benefits package.

At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do.

As an "employer of choice" we offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements including a 9-day fortnight
• 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
• Electricity discount of 16.66%
• Ability to participate in regular overtime and the on-call roster
• 17.5% leave loading (paid annually)
• Career development - personalised career pathways across trade and leadership, supported by our internal training programs
• Onsite gyms (plus annual health and wellbeing rebate)
• All the tools and equipment you'll need to be successful

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.

Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 4th November 2026, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

For further information about the role, please contact Cole Triffitt, Works Delivery Leader – [e-mail]

TasNetworks is committed to equal opportunity and values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals and those of all ages.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role. Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks.

Background checks will be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment.

About Us

TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering safe and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Lutruwita/Tasmania.

As Tasmania’s provider of electricity transmission and distribution services, we are committed to providing our customers with affordable and reliable electricity, while helping Australia transition to cleaner energy sources. We have 300,000 residential, business, commercial, and industrial customers, and are committed to working with our community to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Tasmanians – through and beyond the delivery of electricity and telecommunication services.

By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking.

Together, we are powering a bright future for Lutruwita/Tasmania.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Nipaluna/Hobart, offers an incredible setting for success in this role. Located on the picturesque river Derwent, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking world heritage wilderness areas just a short distance away. Immerse yourself in a relaxed lifestyle and have easy access to iconic destinations like Mona, Port Arthur, and the historic Hobart Waterfront. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.