Technical Project Manager (357882)

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Fixed term, 12 months.

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.

• Provide the technical experience, skill and expertise which informs the development of the regulations, determinations, Codes of Practice, guidelines and policies that will support the Electricity Safety Act when it is proclaimed.
• Effectively manage the Electricity Safety Bill rollout on behalf of Consumer, Building and Occupational Services, ensuring the achievement of the objectives of the legislation.
• Provide effective leadership to ensure the project is developed and delivered in the best interests of the State and in line with Government Policy.
• Undertake the day to day management of the project, especially in relation to legislative, policy and other specialist areas, ensuring project deadlines are met.
• Undertake and lead high level communication, consultation, negotiation and engagement with stakeholders, including TasNetworks and Aurora Energy, industry bodies such as NECA and Master Electricians Australia, other jurisdictions and agencies.
• Develop high-level policy advice to Government on specialist matters relevant to the implementation of the legislation, functions and activities, including advice on relevant State and National issues.
• Prepare high level reports and briefings for the information and decision of the Minister, Secretary and other relevant persons in regard to implementation of the legislation and the overall program of work.
• Provide technical input to broader technical regulation subordinate legislation, including Directors Determinations.
• Represent the Department in national forums relating to areas across the breadth of activities under the responsibility of the output, as required.

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position or experience and demonstrated knowledge and capacity in electrical safety and electrical regulatory issues.

(image) Statement of Duties (357882) Technical Project Manager (February 2024).docx

(image) Statement of Duties (357882) Technical Project Manager (February 2024).pdf

(image) About the Department of Justice (Consumer Building and Occupational Services).DOCX

(image) About the Department of Justice (Consumer Building and Occupational Services).pdf

(image) Information for Applicants (DOJ) Short Form Application.docx

(image) Information for Applicants (DOJ) Short Form Application.pdf

(image) FAQs Short Form Application.docx

(image) FAQs Short Form Application.pdf

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4***.

Henry Hodgson
Director, Technical Regulation & Occupational Licensing
Email: *************@justice.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6166 4***

Organisational Development and Design Team
(03) 6165 7***