Protection and Control Engineer

About the role

Band 4 - base salary $136,633 per annum (plus super)

TasNetworks is seeking a motivated Protection & Control Engineer to join our Rocherlea‑based team. This is an excellent opportunity for applicants looking to deepen their technical capability, contribute to network reliability and safety, and play a key role in supporting Tasmania’s evolving energy future.

As a Protection & Control Engineer, you will provide specialist engineering expertise across protection systems, control schemes and automation assets within the transmission and distribution network. You will support the implementation of safe, reliable and efficient assets through high‑quality engineering analysis, design, configuration, testing and commissioning activities.

Working closely within Commissioning and the broader Project team, you will contribute to operational support, factory and site based testing, project delivery, fault investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. You will also collaborate with internal stakeholders across Network Operations, Field Services, Planning, and Major Projects to ensure protection and control systems meet performance, compliance and safety requirements.

What you’ll do

• Deliver protection and control engineering support across planning, design, configuration, testing and commissioning activities.
• Analyse network events and protection operations, providing clear technical insights and recommendations.
• Develop and review protection settings, logic and documentation, ensuring compliance with standards and operational requirements.
• Support capital and maintenance projects, including upgrades, replacements and new installations.
• Provide technical advice to internal stakeholders, field crews and project teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, safety and system performance.
• Maintain high‑quality engineering records, models and configuration data.
• Champion safety, ensuring all work aligns with TasNetworks’ safety systems, policies and behaviours.
  
  

About you

You are an engineer with strong technical capability, a collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering high‑quality engineering outcomes. You bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in protection, control, automation or related network engineering disciplines.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex technical information.
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to required timeframes.
• Alignment to TasNetworks’ core behaviours and values.

This role is ideal for someone seeking to grow their engineering capability, expand their influence across the network, and contribute to Tasmania’s energy future.

What's on offer

This is a permanent full-time opportunity, based in Rocherlea with 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 — including access to our own RTO and personalised leadership pathways
• An annual health and wellbeing rebate
• All the tools and equipment you 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 align with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here or visit the TasNetworks careers page.

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 18 September 2026, 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 James Williams, Commissioning Lead – james.williams@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, including a National Police Check.

 Background checks will be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment.

About Us

TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering safe and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Lutruwita/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 Lutruwita/Tasmania.

Can you see yourself living here?

For those looking to be based in the charming city of Launceston, steeped in history, you'll have a plethora of beautiful locations to choose from for your residence. Situated on the scenic Tamar River, the city boasts stunning early architecture that adds to its allure. Not only will you have easy access to the prosperous Tamar Valley, known for its natural beauty, but also to mesmerizing world heritage wilderness areas. Indulge in the vibrant food scene, featuring superb local produce, and immerse yourself in the famous Festivale. Launceston promises a blend of history, nature, and culinary delights.