We deliver power to Tasmanians. Our vision is to be trusted by our customers to deliver today and create a better tomorrow.
We own, operate and maintain the electricity transmission and distribution network in Tasmania. We deliver a safe, cost-effective and reliable electricity supply to more than 295,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. We facilitate the transfer of electricity between Victoria and Tasmania via Basslink, the sub-sea electricity interconnector. We also provide telecommunications and technology services.
About the role
As Negotiated Connections Leader you will oversee, provide governance to and report on the delivery of TasNetworks’ customer connections portfolio, the subdivision development connection framework and contestable works framework.
In delivering a portfolio of customer projects, you will ensure effective team leadership and management to oversee the development of a connection solution, cost, and timing and then ensure agreements are in place with the customer. You will also oversee the portfolio of all customer connection jobs with the focus on managing the risk associated with on time delivery, commercial performance and TasNetworks reputation.
You will establish strong working relations with all stakeholders and customers to ensure works are adequately planned, and that completion of the negotiated customer connection portfolio is within agreed budgets and timeframes and delivered in accordance with relevant Acts, procedures and guidelines.
Proactively managing operational, organisational and political risk relating to negotiated connections, along with providing advice to Group Leaders around potential negative business risks are crucial aspects of this role.
About Us
At TasNetworks, we own, operate and maintain the electricity transmission and distribution network in Tasmania. We deliver a safe, efficient and reliable electricity supply to more than 285,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. We are Powering a bright future, it's in our DNA;
- We are our customers too
- Safety is at the heart of all we do
- We unify and respond to challenges
- Trusted to deliver
- We embrace diversity and forward thinking
About you
You will have advanced communication skills, with the ability to create understanding across all organisational levels, along with high level people leadership and management skills and demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues and influence stakeholders with conflicting priorities.
The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of project and program management principles and experience overseeing electricity industry or similar portfolios of design and construction projects.
You will have proven leadership, interpersonal and team development skills including the capacity to manage poor performance and/or challenging behaviours when required, as well as develop staff to optimise their current performance and future development.
To be considered for this role you will have a tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Engineering or similar, or an equivalent level of professional experience.
What's on offer
This is a full time permanent opportunity. 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. We offer our team excellent benefits including
- Great professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid volunteer days
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite gyms (or gym rebate if unavailable)
- All the equipment you'll need to be successful
We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.
Can you see yourself living here?
Based in Tasmania’s capital, historic Hobart/nipaluna will be a phenomenal base in order for you to succeed in this role. You will be situated on the gorgeous river Derwent with appealing world heritage wilderness areas just a stone’s throw away. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to iconic settings such as Mona, Port Arthur and the historic Hobart Water Front.
How to apply
If this role and working at TasNetworks is of interest we look forward to hearing from you. TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and 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. Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and an up to date resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here.
Applications close 11:59pm Friday 26th May 2023
For further information about the role, please contact Mark.Bowen@Tasnetworks.com.au
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.