Take your Electrical Trade in a unique direction with Hydro power.
- Generous allowances and benefits package.
- Work in BIG locations alongside experienced tradespeople.
- Work on a range of assets in the Northen region.
Salary from $89,558 (based on experience), plus super & $2,500 area allowance.
At Hydro Tasmania, we’re leaders in renewable energy, powering Australia with clean hydropower. We really care about making a difference for better, but it’s a big job and we can’t do it alone. Which is right where you come in.
Hydro Tasmania supports applications from all members of our community for equitable access to our employment opportunities. We are open to discussing workplace flexibility in all our vacancies, to ensure we can attract the best candidates and accommodate individual needs, differences, disabilities and working arrangements, even in ways we have not thought of. Our merit-based recruitment practices are founded on building diversity by fostering an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace. For more information about Hydro please visit our website www.hydro.com.au/careers
About the role:
To put it simply… support production through maintenance and refurbishment of generating equipment. Starting your day at Trevallyn or Poatina as required, you’ll be working on our assets from Trevallyn to the Great Lake area. Alongside your team of pros, you’ll maintain hydropower assets that play a key role in Tasmania’s renewable future.
As an Electrician, you will be…
✓ Conducting operational repairs and preventative maintenance,
✓ Providing mentoring and supervision to junior Technicians/Assistants and Apprentices,
✓ Performing basic operational activities and assisting with appropriate isolations,
✓ Participating in local area on call roster,
✓ Undertaking regular equipment inspection regimes,
More information can be found on the attached Position Description: 
PD - Electrician - HT3 - January2025.pdf
Who are you?
You are a highly motivated and engaged electrical tradesperson ready to take the next step in your career within an organisation that offers exciting opportunities. With experience in maintaining industrial production equipment, conducting condition-based assessments, and following routine maintenance schedules, you’ll play a key role in our hydropower stations.
You hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology and a Tasmanian Electrical Practitioners Licence (or an equivalent interstate licence). A current driver’s licence and strong computer skills are also essential.
What you’ll get back
In addition to a competitive remuneration package, this role offers the unique advantage of being able to travel and see some of the most breathtaking locations in the state. We value flexibility and understand this means different things to different people, so you’ll join the 9-day fortnight for the area. We offer a range of employee perks and often have something for everyone, this ranges from generous parental leave to electricity discounts. You’ll also enjoy access to vehicles for seamless travel between our sites.
Working across the stunning Tamar Valley at Trevallyn, just minutes from Launceston, and the breathtaking Central Highlands near Poatina. These locations offer access to Tasmania’s best outdoor adventures, from mountain biking and hiking to fishing and scenic lakeside living.
As an endorsed employer for women, we have benefits and policies on our Work180 page – check it out here: www.work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/hydro-tasmania
Let’s get applying!
Please attach your resume and a cover letter detailing the skills and experience you can bring to this role. Applications close 9am Tuesday 27th May. We will begin engaging with suitable candidates shortly after reviewing applications.
Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
