Leader Major Projects Engagement

About the role

At TasNetworks, we're powering a bright future for Tasmania by delivering safe, reliable and sustainable energy solutions. With major projects shaping the state's energy future, we're looking for a skilled engagement leader to guide our communications and build strong connections with communities, landholders, and stakeholders during some of the state's most significant infrastructure projects.

As the Leader Major Projects Engagement, you'll:

• Lead innovative strategies that build trust with communities, landholders and partners.
• Drive the planning and delivery of complex engagement programs, ensuring land access and acquisition requirements are met, and stakeholders have a genuine opportunity to help shape project outcomes.
• Provide strategic advice during project ramp-up and ensure alignment with TasNetworks' engagement approach.
• Manage key contracts, budgets and consultancies, and report on risks, progress and opportunities.
• Build strategic partnerships, lead community investment activities, and represent TasNetworks with councils, government and the community.

About you

You are a skilled communicator and engagement professional who thrives on building trust, navigating complexity, and leading with empathy.

You bring:

• Proven experience leading community engagement, landholder relations, stakeholder or economic development strategies.
• Strong judgement, discretion and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of the IAP2 Core Values and Public Participation Spectrum, and ability to apply them in practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - from negotiation and influence to presenting complex issues in ways that are clear and accessible.
• Experience forging partnerships and maintaining networks across grassroots groups, government and industry.
• A track record in project management, contract management and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• At least 3 years' leadership experience in community engagement, communications, economic development or a similar field.

A strong understanding of the energy industry, political environment and TasNetworks' objectives - or the ability to quickly acquire it - will set you up for success.

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 12th October 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 Louise Baring, Head of Stakeholder Engagement -

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.