Senior Health and Safety Specialist

Tasnetworks

TasNetworks delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity transmission and distribution across Tasmania.

Senior Health & Safety specialist overseeing safety on a large transmission construction project.

14 days ago ago

Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)

Full Time

Cambridge, Tasmania, Australia

Hybrid

Company Size

650 Employees

Service Specialisms

Electricity transmission

Electricity distribution

Network construction

Network maintenance

New connections

Outage response & repair

Meter reading services

Electrical safety training

Sector Specialisms

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Telecommunications Network

Infrastructure

Government

Utilities

Public Lighting

Role

Description

Requirements

Benefits

Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
Career development - we have our own RTO and can create personalised career pathways in both trade and leadership
Electricity discount of 16.66%
Free onsite car parking

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

successful applicants will undergo necessary pre‑employment checks.

Company

Overview

16,000 km

Powerlines Spanned

The extensive network covers a vast area, ensuring electricity reaches all corners of the state.

300,000+

Customers Served

The company provides reliable electricity access to a significant portion of Tasmania's population.

Connects urban, rural, and remote areas with reliable electricity infrastructure.
Maintains and upgrades the transmission network to support renewable energy goals.
Focuses on efficiency, safety, and reliability in energy delivery.
Harnesses new technologies to ensure grid stability and reliability.
Plays a central role in Tasmania’s clean energy future.
Partners with stakeholders to plan and execute large-scale infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

Safety is at the heart of all we do
We are our customers too
We unify and respond to challenges
Trusted to deliver
We embrace diversity and forward thinking
Flexible work arrangements
Paid volunteer days
Professional development opportunities

Environment + Sustainability

≥ $1M Spend

Annual Bird-Mitigation Investment

Committed to spending over $1 million annually on bird-mitigation measures for the next five years.

≥25% Reduction

Bird-Strike Incidents

Aiming to reduce bird-strike incidents by at least 25% by 2032 (based on a 10-year rolling average).

82,465.7 t CO₂‑e Emissions

Greenhouse Gas Footprint

Reported total greenhouse gas emissions in 2020–21, measured in tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.

6 Batteries Deployed

Front-of-Meter Storage

Planning to deploy 6 front-of-meter batteries by March 2027 to support solar hosting and peak demand management regarding energy storage capabilities.

Committed to protecting and preserving natural and cultural heritage values
Embedding environmentally sustainable practices across the business
Working to minimise risks to threatened birdlife (Wedge-tailed Eagle, Grey Goshawk, White-bellied Sea Eagle)
Piloting non-burnable poles and fire-resistant paint for network resilience
Aligned with Tasmanian Renewable Energy Target to double clean energy output by 2040

Inclusion & Diversity

Launched Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan to build relationships, respect and opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples
Mandating ethical and inclusive procurement practices that uphold human rights and fair labour
Embrace diversity and forward thinking (as stated in culture values)
Graduates: program emphasises people & culture, mentorship, workforce rotations to support diverse career development

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