Leader Large Customer Connection Projects

About the role

As Leader Large Customer Connection Projects you will lead the delivery of a portfolio of complex customer connection and network projects that are critical to Tasmanias energy future. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely efficiently and commercially while meeting customer commitments regulatory requirements and TasNetworks strategic objectives.

Leading a team of project managers you will provide direction governance and oversight across all project delivery activities including design construction and commissioning. You will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders drive continuous improvement in project delivery practices and develop team capability to ensure the successful delivery of current and future customer connection projects.

Responsibilities also include:

• Lead the delivery of large customer connection and associated network projects ensuring outcomes are achieved safely on time within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Provide leadership and oversight across project governance scheduling risk management financial performance and resource planning ensuring effective decision-making and delivery outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers contractors and internal stakeholders providing clear communication and managing customer and stakeholder expectations throughout project lifecycles.
• Develop coach and support a high-performing project delivery team while driving continuous improvement in project management practices systems and processes.

About you

You are an experienced leader with a proven track record delivering complex construction projects with utility or infrastructure business. You bring strong project delivery capability including risk budget and governance management and thrive in environments where balancing competing priorities and achieving outcomes is critical.

You are a collaborative relationship builder with a sound understanding of transmission and distribution network operations and the ability to work effectively across technical operational and customer-facing environments. With strong commercial and stakeholder engagement skills you use data and systems to support decision-making lead high-performing teams and deliver exceptional outcomes for customers and stakeholders.

Youll also bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading large complex projects in the utility or infrastructure sector with the ability to build high-performing teams and foster a positive accountable culture.
• Strong project delivery capability including planning scheduling risk management financial oversight and governance while managing competing priorities and driving results.
• Sound understanding of transmission and distribution networks field operations and technical drawings with the ability to work effectively across technical and operational environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills supported by strong commercial acumen and experience using enterprise systems to support project delivery and decision-making.

Whats on offer

This is aPermanent 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:

• Great professional development opportunities (we have a contemporary OD Team)
• Flexible work arrangements (we really mean it)
• Electricity discount of 16.66% (following probationary period)
• Paid volunteer days (we strive to give back to the community)
• Free onsite parking (It all adds up)
• Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
• Personalised career pathways and development opportunities
• All the equipment youll need to be successful in your role

We are proud to be work180 accredited check us out here.

How to apply

Please ensure you attach acover 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 Wednesday 5th August 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 Sophie Eberhardt Talent and Sourcing Specialist

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 fulfilthe 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 Lutruwita/Tasmania.

As Tasmanias 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 300000 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 youre considering a move Tasmanias capital city historic Nipaluna/Hobart offers an incredible setting for success in this role. Located on the picturesque river Derwent youll 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. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.