Category Administrator

About the role

Band 2 Role - Salary from $67,000 + Super (salary offering to be discussed with the successful candidate in line with skills and experience)

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Category Administrator to join our Commercial team at TasNetworks. In this key support role, you'll help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of procurement and financial processes — with a particular focus on accurate purchasing, invoicing, and payment activities.

You'll play a crucial part in maintaining compliance, supporting supplier engagement, and enabling seamless collaboration across our Contracts Delivery and Commercial teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in procurement, commercial administration, or operational support within a fast-paced and regulated industry.

About you

To succeed in this role, you'll ideally have:

• A certificate or diploma in Business Administration or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Prior experience in an operational or contracting environment, ideally within the power distribution or another regulated industry
• Basic understanding of invoice handling, purchase orders, and supplier relations—preferably from an administrative or commercial support role
• Experience using SAP, Concur, and JIRA (highly desirable)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data reporting and documentation
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to ensure full compliance in data entry and record keeping
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a professional approach to liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

What's on offer

This is a fixed-term 18-month opportunity based out of Hobart 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:

• Free onsite car parking
• 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
• Electricity discount of 16.66%
• 17.5% leave loading (paid annually)
• Career development - we have our own RTO and can create personalised career pathways in both trade and leadership
• Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
• All the tools and equipment you'll need to be successful

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 Thursday 13 November 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 Mark Egan, Commercial Leader -

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.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Hobart/nipaluna, offers an incredible setting for success in this role. Located on the picturesque river Derwent, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking world heritage wilderness areas just a short distance away. Immerse yourself in a relaxed lifestyle and have easy access to iconic destinations like Mona, Port Arthur, and the historic Hobart Waterfront. Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.