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Period of Appointment

Fixed term until 31 December 2027

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. 

Duties

• Provide the technical experience, skill and expertise which informs the development of the regulations, determinations, Codes of Practice, guidelines and policies.
• Effectively manage the rollout on behalf of Consumer, Building and Occupational Services, ensuring the achievement of the objectives of the legislation.
• Provide effective leadership to ensure the projects are developed and delivered in the best interests of the State and in line with Government Policy.
• Undertake the day to day management of the project, especially in relation to legislative, policy and other specialist areas, ensuring project deadlines are met.
• Undertake and lead high level communication, consultation, negotiation and engagement with stakeholders, industry bodies, other jurisdictions and agencies.  
• Develop high-level policy advice to Government on specialist matters relevant to the implementation of the legislation, functions and activities, including advice on relevant State and National issues.
• Prepare high level reports and briefings for the information and decision of the Minister, Secretary and other relevant persons in regard to implementation of the legislation and the overall program of work.
• Provide technical input to broader technical regulation subordinate legislation, including Directors Determinations.

• Represent the Department in national forums relating to areas across the breadth of activities under the responsibility of the output, as required.
• Any other project and duties, as assigned by the Director.

Desirable Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position or experience and demonstrated knowledge and capacity in electrical safety and electrical regulatory issues.
• Qualification or experience in other trades – building, plumbing, or gas.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties (357882) Technical Project Manager July 2026.docx

 Statement of Duties (357882) Technical Project Manager July 2026.pdf

 Information for applicants (Consumer, Building and Occupational Services).docx

 Information for applicants (Consumer, Building and Occupational Services).pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.  We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4911.

For more information

Brad Wagg
Acting Executive Director
Email: : bradley.wagg@justice.tas.gov.au
Phone: 03 6166 4744  |  M: 0456 991 058