About the role

Lineworker Salary - $99,872 + Super, Overtime and On-Call (including a 9-day fortnight)

TasNetworks are on the lookout for a skilled and experienced Lineworker to contribute to our dynamic Field Operations teams. We have multiple depots across beautiful Tasmania with a vacancy currently in our major depot, Devonport.

Working as part of our Works Delivery team in Tasmania, we are looking for positive and hardworking individuals who will contribute to our success by providing construction, maintenance and an emergency service to the Works Delivery Resource Centres.

These roles are critical to our organisation in attending to faults in a prompt and timely manner, while maintaining the safety of the customer, the team and you as your top priority.

About you

To be successful in these roles you will have the ability to work in a team environment and have well developed communication and interpersonal skills. You will offer a commitment to safety and a forward-thinking approach, with qualifications as follows -

• Essential - Cert III in Distribution (Powerlines) or A Grade Linework (with demonstrated experience within the overhead distribution system)
• Tasmanian Electrical Practitioners Licence (or willing to obtain)
• White Card, Workplace First Aid, MR Licence (or ability to obtain)
• High Risk Work Licence – Dogging and Rigging, Vehicle Loading Crane and EWP (or ability to obtain)

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to pass a medical examination to complete the requirements of these roles in a safe manner.

What's on offer

This is a Permanent full-time opportunity, 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.

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

• 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.

How to apply

Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 7 September 2025, 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 Nick Brazendale, Acting Works Delivery Leader – [email protected]

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.

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.

Can you see yourself living here?

Living in the North West of 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.