Operations and Maintenance Technician

Hydro-Electric Corporation; Bell Bay; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Permanent role

Professional development

Safety focused culture

Renewable energy impact

Job summary

Hydro Tasmania is seeking a hands-on power station operator to monitor and optimise Tamar Valley's CCGT, OCGT, HRSG, WTP and steam turbine systems. This permanent full-time role requires working on a 24/7 roster to sustain safe, reliable generation across the asset fleet.

Based at Tamar Valley operations, you will mentor team members, coordinate contractors, maintain logs and reports, and contribute to Tasmania's energy future.

Qualifications

• Turbine and boiler operator competency, including HV switching and generator control.
• Experience in thermal power generation and gas turbine operations.
• Leadership capability with hazardous area qualifications and high‑risk licenses (Forklift, EWP, Heights) viewed favourably.
• Confined space, gas testing, first aid and LV rescue certifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimise CCGT, OCGT, HRSG, WTP and steam turbine systems.
• Maintain safe and reliable plant operations on a rotating 24/7 roster.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on critical assets.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective technical solutions.
• Coordinate contractors and monitor WHS compliance.
• Prepare operational logs, reports and technical documentation.
• Support and mentor team members to strengthen operational capability.

Skills

Turbine operation

HV switching

Generator control

Leadership

Education

Trade qualification in electrical, instrumentation or mechanical disciplines

Job description

Apply now Job no: 498151
Work type: Permanent Full time
Location: Bell Bay (Tamar Valley Power Station)
Categories: Trades

About the role

You will play a hands‑on operational role in the safe, reliable and efficient running of Tamar Valley Power Station's generation assets across CCGT, OCGT and Balance of Plant systems. Working on a 24/7 roster, you will monitor, operate and optimise plant performance, support and mentor team members, and contribute to the delivery of reliable energy for Tasmania as part of Hydro Tasmania's broader asset fleet. The role is based at AETV's Tamar Valley operations.

• Competitive salary package with relocation support to Tasmania.
• Secure, permanent role within a critical energy asset.
• Continuous professional development in thermal generation.
• Supportive team culture with strong safety focus.
• Opportunity to contribute to Hydro Tasmania’s renewable energy story.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and optimise CCGT, OCGT, HRSG, WTP and steam turbine systems.
• Maintain safe and reliable plant operations on a rotating 24/7 roster.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on critical assets.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective technical solutions.
• Coordinate contractors and monitor WHS compliance
• Prepare operational logs, reports and technical documentation
• Support and mentor team members to strengthen operational capability.
• Experience in thermal power generation and gas turbine operations.
• Turbine and boiler operator competency, including HV switching and generator control.
• Confined space, gas testing, first aid and LV rescue certification.
• Trade qualification in electrical, instrumentation or mechanical disciplines.
• Leadership capability, with hazardous area qualifications, restricted electrical/gas licences, and high-risk work licences (Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights) highly regarded.

About the company

The Tamar Valley Power Station was originally commissioned by Aurora Energy in 2009 and acquired by AETV Pty Ltd (AETV) in June 2013 as a subsidiary company of Hydro Tasmania. The 386 MW station comprises 208 MW of Combined Cycle Gas generation (CCGT) and 178 MW of Open Cycle Gas generation (OCGT).

AETV operates as part of the Hydro Tasmania asset fleet, an organisation that, with the help of over 30,000 people over more than 100 years, has built, maintained, and refurbished power infrastructure across Tasmania. As an interconnected entity within Tasmania’s energy landscape, AETV plays a distinct yet complementary role in delivering reliable energy solutions.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all members of our community and support workplace flexibility to attract the best talent and accommodate individual needs, differences, and working arrangements. Our recruitment practices are merit-based and focused on building diversity