SAP Operations Lead
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
As the SAP Operations Lead, you will lead the operational performance, governance and continuous improvement of Hydro Tasmania's SAP environment. Reporting to the IT Applications Manager, you'll provide technical leadership across whole business and IT stakeholders, lead a specialist SAP team, and manage strategic vendor partnerships to deliver reliable, secure and high-performing SAP services.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll focus on building team capability, coaching and mentoring SAP specialists, and creating a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement. Using your technical credibility and strong stakeholder engagement skills, you'll translate complex technical issues into business outcomes, lead operational excellence across SAP services, and identify opportunities to optimise and expand the value SAP delivers across Hydro Tasmania.
Salary from $158,571 plus super
Benefits
- Competitive Salary Packaging including Electricity Discount and other benefits.
- Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives to help you thrive at work and beyond.
- Career development opportunities including Learning and Development Programs, Internal Mobility and access to LinkedIn Learning.
- Unique leave options including, 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebates.
- Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide technology outcomes.
We are an endorsed employer for women, for more information on our inclusive policies, procedures and benefits visit Hydro Tasmania group | WORK180 Endorsed Employer.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the operational performance, governance and continuous improvement of Hydro Tasmania's SAP environment, ensuring secure, reliable and high-performing services.
- Coach, mentor and develop a high-performing SAP Operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.
- Build trusted relationships with business leaders, executives and technical stakeholders, translating complex technical issues into clear business outcomes.
- Drive operational excellence across incident, problem and change management, while overseeing SAP upgrades, resilience, compliance and risk management.
- Manage strategic vendor partnerships and influence SAP roadmap, investment and optimisation initiatives to maximise business value and service outcomes.
More information can be found in the attached Position Description: PD -IT SAP Operations Lead - EL6.pdf
Skills & Experience
- Tertiary qualification in IT or a related discipline preferred, with ITIL certification and SAP Basis, integration or cloud experience advantageous.
- Significant experience leading SAP operations in complex enterprise environments, balancing business priorities, risk and technical stability.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and fostering a culture of accountability and performance.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and commercial acumen, with the ability to influence senior leaders and translate technical concepts into business outcomes.
- Demonstrated success managing vendors and service providers to deliver operational and business outcomes within IT service environments.
About Your Team
You'll lead a specialist SAP Operations team within IT Operations, partnering closely with Applications, Infrastructure, Cyber Security and business leaders across the Hydro Tasmania Group. The team is responsible for maintaining a stable, secure and high-performing SAP platform while identifying opportunities to improve business outcomes through innovation and technology.
Questions and Next Steps
Please attach your resume outlining what skills and experience you will bring to the position. Applications close 9am Monday 27th July and we may 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]. Please note we do not accept applications via email.
Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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About the role
July 7, 2026
July 7, 2026
Full time
Flexible
Company
AUD 159k yearly
- Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Significant experience leading SAP operations
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