About the role

 

TasNetworks is seeking an experienced Construction Manager – Substation to oversee the delivery of substation construction activities for the North West Transmission Developments (NWTD). This role provides critical on‑site leadership, ensuring contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders deliver high‑quality work that meets specifications, safety standards, and project requirements.

With extensive site presence, you will coordinate construction activities, manage interfaces, oversee testing and commissioning, and ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. You will play a key role in driving performance across multiple regional sites, resolving issues, and ensuring consistent delivery across all substation work packages.

This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone with deep electrical construction expertise and a strong ability to manage contractors, logistics, and field operations in a complex major project environment.

What you’ll do

• Oversee and audit construction contractors to ensure capability, compliance, and quality
• Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards
• Supervise field personnel, inspectors, and subcontractors, resolving issues and fostering high performance
• Coordinate logistics, materials, permits, and contractor interfaces across multiple sites
• Manage change orders, progress reporting, commissioning activities, and final documentation
• Serve as the primary contact for contractors and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and expectations
• Oversee testing, energisation, punch lists, documentation, and site demobilisation
• Travel between regional sites to maintain consistent delivery and performance

 

About you

 

You bring extensive experience in electrical and substation construction, with a strong understanding of construction methodologies, safety systems, and quality control. You are confident interpreting blueprints, managing schedules, and overseeing budgets, and you thrive in environments where technical expertise and practical leadership are essential.

Your communication skills enable you to translate complex information into clear insights, and you build strong relationships with contractors, delivery partners, and technical teams. You are experienced in managing conflict and resolving issues on complex or high‑profile projects, including those operating in politically sensitive environments.

You have a background in major infrastructure, transmission, energy, or comparable capital projects, and you bring a collaborative, solutions‑focused approach to field leadership. Tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related discipline are desirable, and experience within regulated utility or government‑owned environments is an advantage.

 

What's on offer

 

This is a full-time opportunity, fixed term for the term of the project, based in Tasmania with an attractive remuneration and benefits package. The role will be based in the North West with some intrastate travel required.

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.

As an “employer of choice” we offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Free onsite car parking
• 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
• Electricity discount of 16.66%
• Career development — including access to our own RTO and personalised leadership pathways
• An annual health and wellbeing rebate
• All the tools and equipment you need to be successful
  
  

We are proud to be WORK180 accredited — check us out here.

 

How to apply

 

Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here or visit the TasNetworks careers page.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 22 February 2026, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

For further information about the role, please contact Pranee Howland, People Partner – pranee.howland@tasnetworks.com.au

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, including a critical worker suitability assessment under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act.

 

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?

 

If you're considering a move to the North West of Lutruwita/Tasmania, you'll find a range of exquisite places to call home while taking up this role. This region is nestled along a picturesque coastline, dotted with progressive towns and cities. Here, you can embrace a relaxed lifestyle while having convenient access to the great outdoors. Discover the wonders of the world heritage area of Cradle Mountain, just waiting to be explored. The North West offers a tranquil and scenic environment, perfectly complementing your professional aspirations.

Tasmania's captivating landscapes and vibrant communities make each location a desirable place to live and work. Embrace the opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences that await you in these incredible regions of Lutruwita/Tasmania.