Work Group Coordinator

TasNetworks; Cambridge; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Annual leave 20 days + 3 holiday days

Electricity discount 16.66%

On-call roster

Leave loading 17.5%

Career development

Onsite gym

Health and wellbeing rebate

Tools and equipment provided

Job summary

TasNetworks is seeking a Work Group Coordinator for the Complex Works stream, based at Cambridge Depot, Tasmania. The role focuses on HV/LV switchgear and transformer upgrade, construction and replacement projects, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, scoping, outages and stakeholder liaison.

You will lead field teams, ensure safety-first delivery, and align activities with customer and company needs.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in complex work environments.
• Ability to schedule internal and external resources.
• Strong focus on safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate in-field activities to support stakeholders.
• Schedule resources across the business with stakeholders.
• Scope works including equipment, materials and resources.
• Organise effective network outages.
• Lead and foster a safety-first culture within the team.
• Liaise with customers and external service providers.
• Lead and support crews in technical aspects of work.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Coordination

Safety culture

Education

Tasmanian electrical practitioner's licence

Job description

Job Description

About the role

Base salary from $127,400 per annum + super

Within our Electrical Services – Complex Works stream, we have a vacancy for a Work Group Coordinator. This role plays a critical part in the safe and efficient delivery of work (both customer-driven and network maintenance), with a primary focus on HV and LV switchgear and transformer upgrade, construction and replacement projects. The role covers a range of functions including:

• Coordination of various in field activities that support a range of stakeholders
• Scheduling of internal and external resources in conjunction with stakeholders across the business
• Scoping of works (including equipment, materials, and resources)
• Organising effective network outages
• Leading and fostering a culture of safety first within the team
• Liaising with customers, external service providers and stakeholders
• Leading and supporting the work crews in the technical aspects of the work

As part of the Work Group Coordinator role within the Complex Works stream, you will be required to be actively involved in scheduling, scoping and in system operational work.

About You

Your strong leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a keen attention to detail will see you succeed in this role. Your ability to solve problems and make effective, timely decisions whilst providing professional and accurate technical advice will be highly regarded.

You will have a Tasmanian electrical practitioner's licence (or have the ability to obtain) with demonstrated experience in providing high quality outcomes in complex environments.

You will be available to perform overtime and participate in an on-call roster, highlighting a strong safety first focus, whilst consistently looking for business improvements and ensuring customer satisfaction is maintained.

What's On Offer

This is a Permanent full-time opportunity based at 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.

Benefits

• 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 - we have our own RTO and can create personalised career pathways in both trade and leadership
• Onsite gyms (plus an 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 Monday 16th November 2026, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to responding to every applicant. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.

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.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Hobart/nipaluna, 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. Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.

About Us

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