About the role

As a senior member of our Secondary Systems team, the Senior Secondary Systems Engineer is responsible for managing the effectiveness of the protection and control and SCADA systems for the distribution and transmission networks to deliver TasNetworks’ network security, system reliability and safety commitments.

Responsibilities also include -

• Develop long-term strategies and plans
• Undertake design reviews and specifications, and general engineering reviews
• Manage and contribute to the development and implementation of asset management plans, technical standards, and guidelines for the accurate design, construction and management of the secondary systems assets
• Manage and contribute to QA of projects
• Manage and contribute to cyber security improvement plans in substations
• Provide the wider business, stakeholders and customers with technical advice
• Coach, mentor and support graduate and junior engineers contributing to team capability and professional development
• Deliver options analyses, technical scopes and specifications, business cases, and other documents to define, develop and deliver the capital and operational programs

About you

You are a senior level electrical engineer with extensive experience and working knowledge of protection and control and SCADA as well as project experience with design, quality assurance, testing and project commissioning.  You will bring strong track record of providing technical leadership, managing engineering risks and delivering quality and timely outcomes.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player, with -

• The ability to be registered on the National Engineering Register (NER) as a professional Engineer
• Strong knowledge of power system engineering, high voltage plant and equipment and contemporary electricity network maintenance practices, and other relevant Policies, Acts, Rules and Standards
• Advanced proficiency in protection and control and/or SCADA and automation assets in transmission and distribution networks, including network performance

The ability to participate in regular intrastate travel is essential.

What's on offer

This is a Permanent full-time opportunity based out of our Cambridge depot, 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 -

• True flexible work arrangements
• 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
• Electricity discount of 16.66%
• 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 Tony Ang, Leader Secondary Systems – [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

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.