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Career Opportunities: Senior Health and Safety Specialist (10623)Requisition ID 10623 - Posted - Cambridge
About the role
Do you have extensive Health and Safety experience in a high-risk construction or operational environment? Do you want to be involved in TasNetworks’ largest project to date – the North West Transmission Development (NWTD) project?
An exciting opportunity exists in the TasNetworks Health & Safety team for a Senior Health & Safety Specialist.
This role will work closely with our major contractors and operational teams to provide support, specialist advice and guidance across all Health and Safety matters. You must be proficient in applicable WHS Legislation, health and safety management systems and safety risk management.
The role will help set the standard for incident investigation, safety communication and complex project management. You will bring innovation and contemporary thinking to the Health and Safety function and to our business more broadly.
You will provide leadership and support to two Health & Safety Specialists who will be working closely with you on the ground on the project.
About you
Ideally you will be based in the North/North West of Tasmania, given the location of the project. We are open to Southern based candidates; however, you will need to be willing to travel frequently.
To succeed, you’ll bring tertiary H&S qualifications, extensive experience in high-risk industries, proven delivery of complex projects, strong contractor management capability and a deep understanding of safety systems, legislation and reporting.
You’ll be skilled in auditing, incident investigation, risk facilitation and producing high-quality reports, with excellent communication, collaboration and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and help deliver our largest and most significant construction project to date.
What's on offer
This is a permanent opportunity based out of any of our depots across Tasmania 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:
- 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 - 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 Monday 8 December 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 Peter Wedgwood, Leader Health & Safety – [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?
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 the role
Do you have extensive Health and Safety experience in a high-risk construction or operational environment? Do you want to be involved in TasNetworks’ largest project to date – the North West Transmission Development (NWTD) project?
An exciting opportunity exists in the TasNetworks Health & Safety team for a Senior Health & Safety Specialist.
This role will work closely with our major contractors and operational teams to provide support, specialist advice and guidance across all Health and Safety matters. You must be proficient in applicable WHS Legislation, health and safety management systems and safety risk management.
The role will help set the standard for incident investigation, safety communication and complex project management. You will bring innovation and contemporary thinking to the Health and Safety function and to our business more broadly.
You will provide leadership and support to two Health & Safety Specialists who will be working closely with you on the ground on the project.
About you
Ideally you will be based in the North/North West of Tasmania, given the location of the project. We are open to Southern based candidates; however, you will need to be willing to travel frequently.
To succeed, you’ll bring tertiary H&S qualifications, extensive experience in high-risk industries, proven delivery of complex projects, strong contractor management capability and a deep understanding of safety systems, legislation and reporting.
You’ll be skilled in auditing, incident investigation, risk facilitation and producing high-quality reports, with excellent communication, collaboration and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and help deliver our largest and most significant construction project to date.
What's on offer
This is a permanent opportunity based out of any of our depots across Tasmania 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:
- 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 - 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 Monday 8 December 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 Peter Wedgwood, Leader Health & Safety – [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?
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 the role
Do you have extensive Health and Safety experience in a high-risk construction or operational environment? Do you want to be involved in TasNetworks’ largest project to date – the North West Transmission Development (NWTD) project?
An exciting opportunity exists in the TasNetworks Health & Safety team for a Senior Health & Safety Specialist.
This role will work closely with our major contractors and operational teams to provide support, specialist advice and guidance across all Health and Safety matters. You must be proficient in applicable WHS Legislation, health and safety management systems and safety risk management.
The role will help set the standard for incident investigation, safety communication and complex project management. You will bring innovation and contemporary thinking to the Health and Safety function and to our business more broadly.
You will provide leadership and support to two Health & Safety Specialists who will be working closely with you on the ground on the project.
About you
Ideally you will be based in the North/North West of Tasmania, given the location of the project. We are open to Southern based candidates; however, you will need to be willing to travel frequently.
To succeed, you’ll bring tertiary H&S qualifications, extensive experience in high-risk industries, proven delivery of complex projects, strong contractor management capability and a deep understanding of safety systems, legislation and reporting.
You’ll be skilled in auditing, incident investigation, risk facilitation and producing high-quality reports, with excellent communication, collaboration and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and help deliver our largest and most significant construction project to date.
What's on offer
This is a permanent opportunity based out of any of our depots across Tasmania 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:
- 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 - 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 Monday 8 December 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 Peter Wedgwood, Leader Health & Safety – [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?
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 the role
Do you have extensive Health and Safety experience in a high-risk construction or operational environment? Do you want to be involved in TasNetworks’ largest project to date – the North West Transmission Development (NWTD) project?
An exciting opportunity exists in the TasNetworks Health & Safety team for a Senior Health & Safety Specialist.
This role will work closely with our major contractors and operational teams to provide support, specialist advice and guidance across all Health and Safety matters. You must be proficient in applicable WHS Legislation, health and safety management systems and safety risk management.
The role will help set the standard for incident investigation, safety communication and complex project management. You will bring innovation and contemporary thinking to the Health and Safety function and to our business more broadly.
You will provide leadership and support to two Health & Safety Specialists who will be working closely with you on the ground on the project.
About you
Ideally you will be based in the North/North West of Tasmania, given the location of the project. We are open to Southern based candidates; however, you will need to be willing to travel frequently.
To succeed, you’ll bring tertiary H&S qualifications, extensive experience in high-risk industries, proven delivery of complex projects, strong contractor management capability and a deep understanding of safety systems, legislation and reporting.
You’ll be skilled in auditing, incident investigation, risk facilitation and producing high-quality reports, with excellent communication, collaboration and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and help deliver our largest and most significant construction project to date.
What's on offer
This is a permanent opportunity based out of any of our depots across Tasmania 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:
- 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 - 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 Monday 8 December 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 Peter Wedgwood, Leader Health & Safety – [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?
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.
