Engineering Planning Manager
Hydro Tasmania
Company Overview
Hydro Tasmania
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
1914
Approximately 1,300 employees (source: zoominfo.com). Revenue of $1.7 billion in 2023 (source: zoominfo.com).
What They Do
Hydro Tasmania is a leading renewable energy generator in Australia, primarily focused on hydropower. The company operates 30 hydroelectric power stations and one gas-fired station, while also holding joint ownership in three wind farms. Their technology portfolio includes hybrid systems that integrate wind, solar, battery storage, and other advanced energy solutions, allowing them to provide comprehensive electricity generation services for the Tasmanian grid. They trade renewable energy and environmental products on the National Electricity Market via the Basslink interconnector, catering to both residential and industrial users in Tasmania, as well as exporting energy to mainland Australia and global clients seeking hybrid renewable integrations (source: hydro.com.au).
Projects & Track Record
Hydro Tasmania has a rich history of notable projects, including the foundational Waddamana Power Station, which began operations in 1916. Other significant projects include the Duck Reach power station, Lake Margaret, and the Tribute Power Station, which was established in 1994 to honor the company's workers. More recently, the Flinders Island Hydro Energy Hub was commissioned in 2017, featuring a combination of wind, solar, and battery storage technologies that achieved over 2,000 hours of 100% renewable operation. Ongoing projects include the Tarraleah Hydro Scheme redevelopment, which aims to double its capacity, and a major solar farm purchase agreement that will enhance Tasmania's renewable energy generation capabilities (source: wikipedia.org).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Hydro Tasmania has launched a renewable energy offtake tender aimed at integrating wind and solar projects to deliver up to 1,500 GWh/year, which is crucial for maintaining grid reliability amid increasing demand. Additionally, they secured a power purchase agreement for the 288 MW Northern Midlands solar farm in early 2024. The company is also actively supporting Tasmania's Green Hydrogen Hub initiative, which aims to enhance hydrogen production capabilities through firming from their hydro assets (source: power-technology.com).
Working There
Hydro Tasmania offers a variety of roles across its operations, including positions in generation, engineering, IT, and construction. The company is focused on expanding its workforce to support ongoing projects such as the Tarraleah redevelopment and hybrid energy integration initiatives. Hiring primarily occurs from their Hobart headquarters and statewide power stations, with a strong emphasis on community and long-term commitment to Tasmania's energy security. The culture at Hydro Tasmania is deeply rooted in its history, with many employees coming from multi-generational hydro families, fostering a sense of belonging and dedication to the region (source: hydro.com.au).
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Job Description
Lead and embed upfront mechanical engineering excellence across Hydro Tasmania's capital project pipeline. Reporting to the Head of Capital Planning, this role drives consistent planning, estimating rigour and engineering standards, ensuring projects are shelf‑ready, cost‑robust and aligned to long‑term asset strategy. You'll provide functional leadership to planning engineers and work closely with Assets & Infrastructure, Production and Strategy teams to maximise asset availability and minimise downtime.
Salary range $154,643 - $209,286 plus super
Benefits
- Competitive Salary Packaging including Electricity Discount and Access to Financial Planning.
- Access to Fitness Passport, Private Health Discounts and Health and Wellness Consults.
- Take career to next level working with skilled professionals in Hydo power. Supported by Learning and Development Programs, Internal Mobility and access to Linked In Learning.
- Unique leave options, including 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, Zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebate.
- While based in Tasmania to access our stunning locations we offer flexible working arrangements including WFH.
Key responsibilities
- Lead upfront engineering input to ensure technically robust capital plans
- Drive consistent scope definition, estimating and planning standards
- Embed constructability, maintainability and whole‑of‑life thinking early
- Strengthen cost certainty, schedule realism and business case quality
- Identify and mitigate technical and planning risks before approval
More information can be found in the attached Position Description: PD - EL6 - A&I - Engineering Planning Manager.pdf
Skills & experience
- Degree in Engineering (Engineers Australia eligible or equivalent)
- Strong experience in engineering planning within asset‑intensive environments
- Proven leadership or mentoring of engineering teams
- Capability in cost estimation, scope development and risk assessment
- Strong stakeholder engagement across operations and capital delivery
Questions and next steps
Please attach your resume and a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you will bring as soon as possible. We will be running an agile recruitment process and will engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications.
Hydro Tasmania is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or accommodation during any stage of the process, please let us know. For more information, or to discuss your needs confidentially, reach out to [email protected]
Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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About the role
April 21, 2026
Full time
Company
- Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Strong experience in engineering planning
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