Lineworker

TasNetworks; Launceston; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 9-day fortnight

20 days annual leave + 3 days extra (X

Electricity discount 16.66%

Overtime & on-call roster

17.5% leave loading

Career development pathways

Onsite gyms & wellbeing rebate

Tools and equipment provided

Job summary

TasNetworks in Launceston, Tasmania is seeking an experienced Lineworker to join the Streetlight Crew based at Rocherlea Depot. You will inspect, maintain, repair and construct streetlighting assets to ensure safe, reliable and well-lit communities.

You’ll hold a Tasmanian Electrical Practitioner Licence and related qualifications, with on-call exposure, 9-day fortnights, and a comprehensive benefits package supporting career development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Lineworker with Tasmanian Licence.
• Tasmanian Electrical Practitioner’s Licence or ability to obtain.
• High Risk Work Licence or ability to obtain.
• White Card and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient electrical work on streetlighting assets.
• Inspect, maintain, repair and construct streetlighting and related assets.
• Test, commission and fault-find to resolve network issues.
• Support PoW activities including defect rectification and faults.
• Participate in on-call roster to restore network reliability.

Skills

Lineworker

Safety awareness

Customer service

Team collaboration

Fault response

Education

Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems

Tasmanian Electrical Practitioner’s Licence

High Risk Work Licence (Dogging, VLC, EWP)

White Card, First Aid, MRM Licence

Job description

About The Role

TasNetworks are on the lookout for an experienced Lineworker to join our newly formed Streetlight Crew. You'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving Tasmania's streetlighting infrastructure, helping ensure our communities remain safe, connected and well-lit. Working as part of a dedicated team, you'll undertake inspection, maintenance, repair and construction activities while delivering safe, reliable and compliant services. You'll also play an important role in responding to faults, restoring services and building positive relationships with customers, stakeholders and the community.

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 qualified Lineworker 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

• Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems
• Tasmanian Electrical Practitioner’s Licence (or the ability to obtain)
• High Risk Work Licence (Dogging, Vehicle Loading Crane, EWP) – or ability to obtain
• White Card, First Aid, and Medium Rigid Licence (or ability to obtain)

What's on offer

This is a Permanent full-time opportunity based out of our Rocherlea 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.

• 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 an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
• All the tools and equipment you'll need to be successful

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.

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?

For those looking to be based in the charming city of Launceston, steeped in history, you'll have a plethora of beautiful locations to choose from for your residence. Situated on the scenic Tamar River, the city boasts stunning early architecture that adds to its allure. Not only will you have easy access to the prosperous Tamar Valley, known for its natural beauty, but also to mesmerizing world heritage wilderness areas. Indulge in the vibrant food scene, featuring superb local produce, and immerse yourself in the famous Festivale. Launceston promises a blend of history, nature, and culinary delights.