Leader Regulation

TasNetworks is seeking a Regulation Leader in Hobart, TAS, to align regulatory strategies with company goals and advocate for TasNetworks in the energy sector. This leadership role involves monitoring market developments, developing regulation strategies, and engaging with energy regulators. Candidates should have experience in energy regulation and strong communication skills. The position is permanent, full-time, and offers flexible work arrangements, but it is not fully remote.
About The Role

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and strategic individual to join our team as the Regulation Leader. This leadership role is pivotal in ensuring that TasNetworks regulatory strategies align with our Company Strategy and deliver value to TasNetworks and our customers.

You will drive energy policy and advocate for TasNetworks’ interests within the rapidly evolving energy sector. You will guide our engagement with national and state energy regulators, ensuring our compliance and strengthening our position within the energy market.

This is a great opportunity to assist in shaping Tasmania’s energy future through regulatory leadership and strategic influence.

In This Role, You Will
• Monitor market developments and provide strategic insight into regulatory risks and opportunities
• Develop and implement economic and technical regulation strategies that align with TasNetworks’ Company Strategy, ensuring consistency with broader industry objectives and regulations
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key energy policy and regulatory bodies, customers, and industry peers to ensure that TasNetworks’ interests are well-represented
• Influence national and state legislative, policy, and regulatory frameworks to benefit TasNetworks and Tasmanian customers, including making submissions on energy policy, regulation, and pricing
• Lead efforts to establish and promote efficient practices for electricity supply industry compliance, and report on regulation and compliance to national and state regulators
• Represent TasNetworks at industry forums and discussions related to energy policy and regulation, ensuring we are shaping the future of Tasmania’s energy sector

About You

You’re a strategic thinker and skilled communicator with knowledge of economic regulation, policy development and compliance. You understand the complexity of the National Electricity Market (NEM) and can translate this into actionable strategy for TasNetworks.

To Thrive In This Role, You Will Bring
• Experience in energy regulation, policy development, and economic strategy, particularly within the electricity industry.
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor professionals, and foster a high-performance culture.
• An understanding of energy market frameworks, financial modelling, and economic regulation principles
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A customer-focused mindset with the ability to clearly communicate regulatory strategy and outcomes.

This is your opportunity to play a leading role in influencing Tasmania’s energy future, while advancing your career in an organisation committed to customer service, innovation and sustainability.

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 (we have a contemporary OD Team)
• Flexible work arrangements (we really mean it)
• 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

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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

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 1st June 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 Sandra Thaow, Head of Regulation – sandra.thaow@tasnetworks.com.au

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.

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.