Electricista/Trabajador de líneas

Job Description

Provide hands-on support across King Island's electricity network, delivering construction, maintenance and fault response activities. Work across both generation and distribution systems, contributing to safe, reliable operations within a unique off-grid renewable energy environment. You'll play a key role in maintaining essential infrastructure that powers the local community and industries.

Salary range $93,140 - $114,552 plus super

Benefits

• Generous salary + area and on-call allowances.
• Relocation assistance to King Island.
• Lifestyle role with strong community connection.
• Outdoor lifestyle: beaches, fishing, golf, and more
• Unique leave options, including 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, Zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebate.
• Career development in an end-to-end power system.

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Key Responsibilities

• Deliver construction, maintenance and fault response works.
• Install and maintain LV and HV electrical assets.
• Perform isolations and issue permits for safe work.
• Support planning of maintenance and capital works.
• Participate in 24/7 roster once trained

More information can be found in the attached Position Description: PD - AI - Electrician LineWorker - HT3 - July 2025.pdf

Skills & Experience

• Participate in 24/7 roster once trained.
• Experience with LV and HV systems.
• Ability to work under permit and isolation systems.
• Current driver's licence.
• SAP experience (desirable),

Living on King Island

You'll be part of King Island's warm and welcoming community, where locals look out for each other and life moves at a more relaxed pace. Located in Bass Strait between Victoria and Tasmania, King Island is easily accessible with multiple daily flights, yet it feels like a world away from the hustle and stress of city life.

The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, from rugged coastlines and windswept beaches to lush inland landscapes. Enjoy world-class golf, diving, surfing, fishing, hiking, or explore the island by ATV or motorbike. It's an outdoor lover's paradise.

King Island also boasts some of Australia's best fresh produce, think premium beef, Southern Ocean crayfish, and award-winning cheeses, all served up in a setting that's peaceful, safe, and ideal for families.

With no traffic, a supportive community, and a nurturing environment for kids, King Island offers more than just a beautiful place to live, it offers a lifestyle rooted in nature, connection, and simplicity.

Questions and next steps

Please attach your resume outlining what skills and experience you will bring to the position. Applications close 5pm 27th June 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.