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Senior Civil Engineer

Hydro Tasmania
Department:Operations
Type:HYBRID
Region:Hobart
Location:Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Salary:A$140,887 - A$163,308
Skills:
CIVIL ENGINEERINGASSET MANAGEMENTPIPELINE DESIGNPENSTOCK DESIGNLIFECYCLE PLANNINGRISK MANAGEMENTHYDROPOWER
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Job Description

Posted on: June 21, 2026

About The Role Lead asset management strategies for Hydro Tasmania’s hydropower water conveyance assets, including pipelines, penstocks and related infrastructure, providing technical oversight and guiding long-term investment priorities. You’ll partner across engineering, operations and leadership to optimise asset performance, reliability and risk across the asset lifecycle. Salary range $140,887 – $163,308 plus superBenefits

  • Competitive salary + super + salary packaging options + Electricity discounts.
  • Flexible work options we support hybrid WFH and work-life balance support.
  • Health & wellbeing programs + private health discounts.
  • Unique leave options, 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebate.
  • Career growth, L&D programs and internal mobility.

We are an endorsed employer for women, for more information on our inclusive policies, procedures and benefits visit Hydro Tasmania group | WORK180 Endorsed Employer . Key Responsibilities

  • Develop lifecycle strategies for hydropower water conveyance assets.
  • Review designs, inspection reports and engineering proposals for critical infrastructure.
  • Lead initiatives to improve asset performance, reliability and risk outcomes.
  • Support long-term planning and prioritisation of asset investment programs.
  • Manage specialist consultants delivering civil and asset management work.
  • Build strong partnerships across asset, operations and engineering teams.

More information can be found in the attached Position Description: PD-A&I- Senior Engineer Civil- May 2026.pdf Skills & Experience

  • Degree in Civil Engineering and eligible for CPEng status.
  • Experience reviewing designs for pipelines, penstocks or major civil assets.
  • Strong asset management and lifecycle planning capability.
  • Experience influencing investment planning and risk-based decisions.
  • Exposure to hydropower or asset-intensive industrial environments (desirable)

About The Company Hydro Tasmania has been powering Tasmania for over 100 years and is now Australia’s largest renewable energy generator. We operate 30 hydropower stations and major dams that deliver clean, reliable energy across the State. Our story is built on engineering expertise, innovation and strong community connection. Over decades, we’ve expanded and modernised our hydropower system to meet Tasmania’s growing energy needs and support a cleaner, more resilient energy future. Our people are central to everything we do. We’re committed to an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace, welcoming applications from all members of the community. Flexible working options are available for every role, and our recruitment is merit‑based to ensure fairness and diversity. Explore careers with us at www.hydro.com.au/careers Questions and next steps Please attach your resume outlining what skills and experience you will bring to the position. Applications close 5pm 21st June and we may engage with suitable candidates as soon we have reviewed their applications. Hydro Tasmania is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or accommodation during any stage of the process, please let us know. For more information, or to discuss your needs confidentially, reach out to recruitment@hydro.com.au . Please note we do not accept applications via email. Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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