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 the Operations Improvement Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence within our Field Operations group in order to deliver a safe, efficient and cost-effective program of work.
The Field Operations group undertakes inspection, repair, construction and fault response activities on TasNetworks’ Transmission and Distribution networks. You will work with leaders across Planning, Works Preparation, Scheduling and Delivery functions to monitor performance, identify improvement and implement change.
Key Responsibilities:
- Initiative Leadership: Take a lead role in major initiatives, operational change, and continuous improvement efforts within Field Operations.
- Collaboration: Proactively engage with Field Operations leadership to identify and prioritise improvement initiatives aligned with our strategic objectives.
- Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with Field Operations personnel to ensure alignment and ability to influence improvement.
- Change Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for change, overseeing a framework that drives stakeholder engagement and manages risk.
- Digital Integration: Understand TasNetworks' digital strategy and influence alignment with Field Operations requirements. Continuously review and optimize digital tools to maximize their potential.
About you
Business reporting and insight capabilities, along with experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six-Sigma are essential to success in this role.
You will have demonstrated change and risk management capability, with excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to form strong relationships and work successfully with multiple stakeholders.
You will have proven experience in providing support and coaching within teams to develop the capability to implement positive change, whilst also effectively managing conflict.
The successful candidate for this role will have tertiary qualifications in business or commerce, or equivalent professional competence and experience in a similar role.
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.
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 Sunday 8th October 2023
For further information about the role, please contact Tom.Cartwright@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.