About the role

1st Year Distribution Lineworker Apprentice Salary - $75,705 per annum (plus Super) including a 9-day fortnight

Are you looking to kickstart or advance your career to unlock the future you? This is your chance to make a meaningful impact and contribute to renewable energy in Tasmania!

TasNetworks are on the lookout for energetic individuals who enjoy working in a team environment to join our Apprenticeship Program. Commencing in February 2026, our 4-year apprenticeship program provides the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised trade qualification – Certificate III in ESI Distribution Overhead (UET30621).

Learning from skilled and dedicated tradespeople, you will be exposed to –

• A combination of theory and hands-on learning, delivered by TasNetworks’ own Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• On-site field work at various job sites in the region (South, North, North-West)
• Inspection of overhead structures and electrical apparatus
• Locating and rectifying faults on the distribution network
• Installing and maintaining public lighting, overhead conductors and cables
• Conducting low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) switching operations

TasNetworks are responsible for ‘keeping the lights on’ across Tasmania and our field crews are committed to investigating and restoring power in times of extreme weather conditions including storms, bushfires, floods and snowfall.

Our Lineworker apprenticeship won’t just provide you with a job, but it will set you up with a career for life!

About you

First and foremost, you will be passionate about building your career whilst making a meaningful difference in your community.

To be eligible to participate in our Apprenticeship Program, you must have the ability to work towards completion of the relevant trade Certificate, adhere to health, safety and environmental practices in the workplace, possess strong communication skills and be able to build positive relationships with peers, leaders and our customers.

You will need to be physically fit and able to pass a pre-employment medical examination and hold a current provisional drivers' licence by commencement date in February 2026.

You will need to have completed Year 12 and passed Maths, English and preferably a Science subject, OR have completed pre-vocational studies in Certificate II in Electrotechnology (or equivalent) OR have relevant work experience to be eligible.

What's on offer

Our Lineworker Apprenticeships are a 4-year commitment with a permanent role being offered within the region once you are a qualified tradesperson. This role is based out of our Cambridge depot.

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 Apprentices excellent benefits including -

• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every second week
• Competitive salary throughout your Apprenticeship years and beyond
• All the tools and equipment you'll need to be successful
• Job security with career opportunities

• 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)

• Ongoing investment in your training and development
• Mentor for the duration of apprenticeship
• Full PPE provided
• Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.

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.

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 here.

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 22 August 2025.

For further information about the role, please contact Bianca Carr – bianca.carr@tasnetworks.com.au or Sara Kean – sara.kean@tasnetworks.com.au

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.