Vegetation Performance Manager

TasNetworks is seeking a Vegetation Performance Manager to develop asset management strategies for vegetation programs, ensuring compliance and risk management. This state-wide role requires regular travel and involves managing a regulated Vegetation Program for transmission and distribution networks. Candidates should have qualifications in engineering or project management, along with experience in commercial development and vegetation management. The position offers a permanent contract with various benefits.
About The Role

As the Vegetation Performance Manager, you will provide specialist knowledge in development of asset management strategies and procedures to assist in the delivery of vegetation programs. You will play a pivotal role in the integration and implementation of vegetation management strategies, identifying risks whilst remaining compliant to ensure program and business goals are met.

The management, implementation and delivery of a state-wide regulated Vegetation Program for TasNetworks’ transmission and distribution networks is key to the success of this role.

About Us

At TasNetworks, we are proud to be the leading provider of electricity transmission and distribution services in Tasmania. With our unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we deliver a superior electricity supply to over 285,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Our core values and forward-thinking approach make us the trusted brand for all your energy needs.

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.

About You

To be successful in this role you will hold tertiary qualifications in engineering, project management, or have extensive experience in the commercial development, management, and delivery of a Program of Work. This, combined with your proven ability to leverage and negotiate commercial outcomes through contracts and procurement policies will set you up for success.

You will have the proven ability to compile, interpret, and present data in a digestible manner to senior internal stakeholders, ensuring a high level of verbal and written communication is upheld.

The successful candidate will also possess –
• Vegetation management experience (desirable)
• SME in identifying risks relating to vegetation management, asset management, standards and compliance

This is a state-wide role and regular travel is required.

What's on offer

Benefits

This is a permanent 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. We offer our team excellent benefits including:
• Great professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid volunteer days
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite gyms (plus health and wellbeing rebate)
• All the equipment you'll need to be successful

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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.

How to apply

If this role and working at TasNetworks is of interest we look forward to hearing from you . 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. Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and an up to date resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click

Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 5 March 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 Paul Cameron – Leader Contract Delivery,

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.