About the role
At TasNetworks, we're committed to creating a safe and sustainable energy future for all Tasmanians. As our next Emergency Management Specialist, you'll play a critical role in strengthening our preparedness, building capability across the business, and leading a proactive approach to risk and response.
You'll work across the full spectrum of emergency management—prevention, preparedness, response and recovery (PPRR)—while fostering internal capability, championing inclusive leadership, and building strong relationships with external partners to keep our people, customers and communities safe.
What you'll do
* Lead and improve our emergency management strategy and readiness.
* Develop and embed plans, frameworks, and training across the business.
* Coordinate with internal teams and external emergency partners.
* Lead incident responses and post-incident reviews.
* Support enterprise risk activities, including key frameworks and ISO requirements.
* Maintain readiness through briefings, reporting, and team engagement.
* Monitor emerging risks and ensure alignment with best practice.
About you
We're looking for a collaborative, influential leader, with strategic vision, technical expertise, and a people-first approach to everything you do. You will also have:
* Experience leading enterprise-wide emergency management programs, including all phases of PPRR.
* Strong ability to lead through influence, aligned with TasNetworks' core values and inclusive leadership practices.
* Proven experience building capability and driving engagement across a wide range of teams
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, including during high-pressure situations.
* High level of business acumen, critical thinking, risk management, negotiation and decision-making skills.
* Ability to identify and improve processes that deliver real value for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Relevant tertiary qualification in Emergency Management or equivalent experience.
* Bonus points if you bring an understanding of Tasmania's power system operations or the broader energy network.
What's on offer
This is a Permanent full time opportunity, offering an attractive remuneration and benefits package.
At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do.
As an "employer of choice" we offer excellent employee benefits including:
* Great professional development opportunities
* Flexible work arrangements
* Electricity discount of 16.66% (following probationary period)
* Paid volunteer days (we strive to give back to the community)
* Free onsite parking (It all adds up)
* Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
* Personalised career pathways and development opportunities
* All the equipment you'll need to be successful in your role
We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.
How to apply
Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here.
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 24th August 2025, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.
For further information about the role, please contact Angela McManamey, Project Director - PIR Storm Event -
TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to responding to every applicant. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role. Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks.
About Us
TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering safe and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Tasmania.
As Tasmania's provider of electricity transmission and distribution services, we are committed to providing our customers with affordable and reliable electricity, while helping Australia transition to cleaner energy sources. We have 300,000 residential, business, commercial, and industrial customers, and are committed to working with our community to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Tasmanians - through and beyond the delivery of electricity and telecommunication services.
By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking.
Together, we are powering a bright future for Tasmania.