Design Team Leader

About the role

Based in Nipaluna (Hobart) or Kanamaluka (Launceston) youll lead a team of engineers responsible for planning coordinating and delivering design outcomes across Hydro Tasmanias capital program. Reporting to the Engineering Planning Manager youll provide technical leadership across complex refurbishment and asset renewal projects ensuring design solutions are safe fit-for-purpose and commercially sound.

Working closely with project leaders specialists and stakeholders youll translate complex engineering concepts into practical business decisions while maintaining focus on the broader strategic objectives that underpin Hydro Tasmanias future asset investments.

Salary range $145808 $169024 plus super

Benefits

Generous salary packaging opportunities.

Flexible working arrangements and genuine work-life balance.

Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development programs.

Internal mobility and career development opportunities.

Unique leave options including 15 weeks paid parental leave Public Holiday Substitution Zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebate.

Health and wellbeing initiatives and employee discounts including Electricity discount.

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Key responsibilities

Lead coach and develop a high-performing team of engineers to deliver project outcomes.

Plan and deliver complex design packages across major capital refurbishment and asset renewal projects.

Coordinate engineering resources schedules deliverables and project priorities.

Provide technical leadership and governance maintaining design baselines engineering standards and Safety in Design principles.

Manage design changes technical risks and multidisciplinary interfaces throughout project lifecycles.

Build trusted relationships and translate complex technical concepts into clear insights for stakeholders and decision-makers.

Drive continuous improvement in engineering design management and project delivery practices in support of long-term business objectives.

More information can be found in the attached Position Description:Position Description Capital Planning Design Team

Skills & experience

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Experience leading engineering teams and developing capability

Proven success planning and delivering complex capital projects

Strong technical knowledge across design refurbishment and project delivery lifecycles

Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and build strong partnerships.

Experience with design management project scheduling (MS Project) and project governance

Exposure to SAP asset planning and large-scale industrial or power generation assets

About the company

Hydro Tasmania has been powering Tasmania for over 100 years and is now Australias largest renewable energy generator. We operate 30 hydropower stations and major dams that deliver clean reliable energy across the State.

Our story is built on engineering expertise innovation and strong community connection. Over decades weve expanded and modernised our hydropower system to meet Tasmanias growing energy needs and support a cleaner more resilient energy future.

Our people are central to everything we do. Were committed to an inclusive flexible and equitable workplace welcoming applications from all members of the community. Flexible working options are available for every role and our recruitment is meritbased to ensure fairness and diversity.

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Please attach your resume and a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you will bring as soon as possible. We will be running an agile recruitment process and will engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications.

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