Designer Estimator
Designer Estimator
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About the role
Band 4 Salary starting from $117090 (plus Super) with the final offering to be discussed with the successful candidate based on their skills and experience.
TasNetworks is seeking a skilled and driven Designer Estimator to join our engaging design team. This role is crucial to the successful delivery of safe timely and cost-efficient design services across our distribution network. Working with both internal and external clients you will ensure the development of constructible and high-quality energy infrastructure solutions across overhead and underground systems.
This role will see you
- Prepare accurate designs and cost estimates for a variety of electrical infrastructure projects including customer connections communication systems and sub-transmission augmentations
- Act as the principal point of contact for internal and external customers requiring distribution network designs offering expert guidance on connection options and pricing structures
- Utilising your strong negotiation and technical skills to deliver optimal design solutions that align with client needs and stakeholder expectations
- Ensure strict adherence to the National Energy Customer Framework (NECF) and all company standards policies and regulatory requirements
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring tertiary qualifications in power system design or equivalent practical/trade experience in the electrical distribution industry. Youll have a strong understanding of underground overhead substation and street lighting installations along with advanced skills using Microsoft Office AutoCAD line design surveying tools voltage drop and pole stress calculations estimation and lighting design software.
You will demonstrate a customer-focused mindset with an appreciation of commercial drivers and the ability to consistently deliver results under pressure. Youre skilled at identifying efficient effective processes and are committed to continuous improvement.
You proactively adopt innovations in digital and business technologies and communicate clearly across a range of audiences using a variety of channels.
Whats 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 -
- 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 outhere.
How to apply
If this role and working at TasNetworks is of interest we look forward to hearing from you. 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. Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role and an up to date resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description please click here.
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 6 July 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 Mark Elliott Design Team Leader or
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
At TasNetworks we are proud to be the leading provider of electricity transmission and distribution services in Tasmania. With our unwavering commitment to safety reliability and customer satisfaction we deliver a superior electricity supply to over 285000 residential commercial and industrial customers. Our core values and forward-thinking approach make us the trusted brand for all your energy needs.
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.
Employment Type
Full Time
