
Engineer Electrical - Production Operations

Hydro Tasmania
Company Overview
Hydro Tasmania
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
1914
Business Model
Renewable Energy
Hydro Tasmania specializes in the generation of renewable energy, primarily through hydroelectric power. They also provide energy solutions and services to customers across Australia.
The company generates revenue through the sale of electricity, energy trading, and providing ancillary services to the energy market.
Locations & Geography
Hydro Tasmania operates primarily in Australia, with a significant focus on Tasmania. They are a key player in the Australian renewable energy sector, contributing to the national grid.
Company Culture
Their mission is to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future through innovative and reliable renewable energy solutions. They value safety, sustainability, and community engagement in all their operations.
Hydro Tasmania fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging employees to contribute ideas and participate in decision-making processes. They prioritize employee well-being and professional growth.
The company invests in employee development through training programs and career advancement opportunities, ensuring that their workforce is equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in the evolving energy landscape.
Activities & Projects
Hydro Tasmania is currently involved in several projects aimed at enhancing their hydroelectric capacity and integrating more renewable energy sources. They are also exploring battery storage solutions to improve energy reliability.
The company is at the forefront of renewable energy innovations, focusing on smart grid technologies and energy management systems to optimize energy distribution and consumption.
Hydro Tasmania is committed to sustainability, implementing practices that minimize environmental impact and promote biodiversity. They actively engage in community initiatives to support local ecosystems.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings at Hydro Tasmania include roles in engineering, project management, environmental science, and energy trading. They seek individuals who are passionate about renewable energy and sustainability.
Employees at Hydro Tasmania enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and health and wellness programs. They also offer competitive salaries and a supportive work culture.
Contact Information
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Job Description
Provide engineering expertise to manage asset lifecycles and optimise performance of Hydro Tasmania’s generation fleet.
- Use your expertise to contribute to Production and Maintenance decisions.
- Operate statewide, with option to be based in the North or South.
- Supportive team, with flexible working arrangements.
Salary range $113,448– $131,517 plus super
With the help of over 30,000 people over 100 years, we have built, maintained, and refurbished hydropower infrastructure across Tasmania. We’re fuelling the future of energy with the power of the past, and we need skilled and reliable people to join us.
We support 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. Our merit-based recruitment practices are founded on building diversity by fostering an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace. For more information about Hydro Tasmania please visit our website www.hydro.com.au/careers
About the role
You will deliver real-time engineering support and play a key role in planning and executing maintenance and repair activities for generation assets. This involves responding promptly to operational needs to ensure assets remain available to meet market demands.
As an Electrical Engineer, your responsibilities will include
- Providing technically and commercially sound engineering advice that balances asset condition with business requirements.
- Responding to equipment breakdowns by providing timely engineering advice to support fault diagnosis and resolution.
- Working across various sites and spending time on site to develop a deep understanding of our asset portfolio and provide hands-on support where needed.
- Collaborating closely with the Maintenance team to provide engineering support and advice during planning and execution of maintenance activities.
- Contributing engineering expertise to condition assessments by leveraging historical data, inspections, and investigations.
- Engaging with on-site operations teams to exchange insights and drive improvements in asset performance.
More information can be found on the attached Position Description: PD - A&I - Engineer Electrical - HT4 - Production.pdf
Who are you?
You’re a qualified Electrical Engineer with solid experience, preferably in an industrial or production environment. You think strategically and stay calm in complex or unclear situations. Your strong communication skills help you listen, adapt, and build effective working relationships.
You have a proven record of delivering practical, commercially sound engineering solutions with a sharp eye for detail and a strong focus on safety. You’re curious and committed to keeping up with the latest electrical systems and industry practices.
Comfortable spending time on site, you work closely with operations and maintenance teams to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions. You also enjoy mentoring junior engineers and technical officers, supporting the growth of the team.
Experience or a keen interest in Primary Electrical Engineering including HV switchgear, transformers, alternators and other electricity generation equipment would be viewed favourably.
What else do we offer?
With a mix of site and office-based work this role offers the unique opportunity to work in Tasmania’s stunning and dynamic locations, from the Derwent Valley to the West Coast and beyond.
We value flexibility and understand this means different things to different people; we are open to discussion on what this looks like for you. We offer a range of employee perks ranging from generous parental leave (15 weeks) to electricity discounts, career development and training opportunities and fitness and health benefits.
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
How to apply
Attach your resume and a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you can bring to this role. We will engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications.
Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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September 3, 2025
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September 3, 2025
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