About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Leader Fault Dispatch to join our Customer group. This role will see you lead the fault dispatch function for TasNetworks to ensure a safe, efficient and customer focussed response to electricity network faults and outages.

You will collaborate with peers to maintain and evolve optimal processes to drive enhanced fault response and improved customer experience and maintain and evolve a resource strategy to efficiently manage 24 hour shift coverage.

You will play a pivotal role in storm events and other emergency situations impacting the electricity network, ensuring the safety of the community while focussing on proactive communications to our customers.

About you

We are looking for a motivated individual with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar leadership role. A tertiary qualification in Business Management, Leadership or other relevant discipline is desirable, but not essential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a personal commitment to safety and display high levels of customer service and conflict resolution skills.

You will thrive under pressure, using your leadership and decision-making skills to lead the team through periods of high activity and weather-related events.

What's on offer

This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity based out of our Hobart office, 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:

- 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% (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)
- Career development - personalised career pathways across trade and leadership, supported by our internal training programs
- All the equipment you'll 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 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 Tuesday 6 October 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 Adam Hinds, Acting Head of Customer Services – [email protected] or Lisa Post, Acting Executive Digital, Strategy and Customer – [email protected]

TasNetworks is committed to equal opportunity and values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals and those of all ages.

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.

Background checks will be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment.

About Us

TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering secure and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Lutruwita/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 Lutruwita/Tasmania.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Nipaluna/Hobart, 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. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.

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