Emergency Management Coordinator

About The Role

Base salary from $102,958 per annum (plus super) - total package to be negotiated with preferred candidate based on skills and experience

We’re growing our Emergency Management team and expanding our capability, which has created an opportunity for an Emergency Management Coordinator.

The Emergency Management team plays a critical role in building and strengthening TasNetworks’ capability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies, ensuring the business remains resilient and ready when it matters most.

Working across the organisation and with external partners, the team promotes effective incident management, emergency risk awareness, and strong collaboration to support a coordinated response to critical events.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of TasNetworks’ emergency management policies, plans, procedures and organisational capability.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver emergency management training and exercise programs, including resource development, stakeholder engagement and capability uplift initiatives.
• Lead capability development projects, performance reporting and lessons management activities to strengthen organisational resilience and emergency readiness.
• Participate in incident management teams and represent TasNetworks during emergency events, including coordinating Post Incident Reviews and continuous improvement actions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with emergency services, government agencies and industry stakeholders to support effective preparedness, response and recovery activities.

About You

You are a proactive and organised emergency management professional who is passionate about building organisational capability and resilience, helping teams prepare for and respond to emergency incidents. You enjoy working collaboratively, thrive in dynamic environments, and can confidently coordinate activities and stakeholders during both planning and response efforts.

With strong communication and relationship-building skills, you can engage effectively across all levels of an organisation and with external stakeholders. You bring a continuous improvement mindset, sound judgement, and the ability to remain calm under pressure, ensuring emergency management processes, capability, and readiness are maintained to a high standard.

You Will Bring

• Tertiary qualifications/national accreditation in emergency management or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of, and expertise in, developing and evolving emergency management capability for the business, especially training and exercising, and lessons management.
• Experience in providing accurate, contextualised and practical advice for emergency management issues.
• Experience within or knowledge of the electricity network industry will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated project and program management skills including the ability to prioritise on a risk basis, organise and coordinate tasking to deliver agreed outputs/outcomes, evaluate progress, manage information, and maintain records efficiently.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to responsibilities and tasks and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using AI-powered tools and enterprise systems such as SAP, Power BI, or similar platforms to enhance productivity, support data-driven decision-making, and improve operational efficiency is highly desirable.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

What's on offer

This is a Permanent full time opportunity based out of one of our major depots, 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

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out

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 26th July 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 Kate Dobson, Emergency Management Specialist– ***email_hidden***

TasNetworks is committed to equal opportunity and values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals and those of all ages.

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.

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?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Nipaluna/Hobart, 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. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.

Whether you choose Hobart, Launceston, or the North West, Tasmania's captivating landscapes and vibrant communities make each location a desirable place to live and work. Embrace the opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences that await you in these incredible regions of Lutruwita/Tasmania.