SAP Operations Lead

As the SAP Operations Lead, you will lead the operational performance, governance and continuous improvement of Hydro Tasmania's SAP environment. Reporting to the IT Applications Manager, you'll provide technical leadership across whole business and IT stakeholders, lead a specialist SAP team, and manage strategic vendor partnerships to deliver reliable, secure and high-performing SAP services. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll focus on building team capability, coaching and mentoring SAP specialists, and creating a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement. Using your technical credibility and strong stakeholder engagement skills, you'll translate complex technical issues into business outcomes, lead operational excellence across SAP services, and identify opportunities to optimise and expand the value SAP delivers across Hydro Tasmania. Based in Hobart or our Melbourne office, this role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide technology outcomes while supporting one of Australia's leading renewable energy businesses. Salary from $158,571 plus super and Bonus Benefits • Competitive Salary Packaging including Electricity Discount and other benefits. • Annual bonus opportunity linked to individual contribution and business performance. • Work from our Hobart or Melbourne office, with flexible hybrid working arrangements. • Career development opportunities including Learning and Development Programs, Internal Mobility and access to LinkedIn Learning. • Unique leave options including, 15 weeks paid parental leave, Public Holiday Substitution, zero debit Sick Leave and School Holiday Rebates. • Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide technology outcomes. We are an endorsed employer for women, for more information on our inclusive policies, procedures and benefits visit Hydro Tasmania group | WORK180 Endorsed Employer. This is a great opportunity to build a career in the SAP FICO domain. Interested candidates looking to grow in SAP FICO are encouraged to apply. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world SAP FICO projects.

Key responsibilities • Lead the operational performance, governance and continuous improvement of Hydro Tasmania's SAP environment, ensuring secure, reliable and high-performing services. • Coach, mentor and develop a high-performing SAP Operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement. • Build trusted relationships with business leaders, executives and technical stakeholders, translating complex technical issues into clear business outcomes. • Drive operational excellence across incident, problem and change management, while overseeing SAP upgrades, resilience, compliance and risk management. • Manage strategic vendor partnerships and influence SAP roadmap, investment and optimisation initiatives to maximise business value and service outcomes. More information can be found in the attached Position Description: PD -IT SAP Operations Lead - EL6.pdf Skills & experience • Tertiary qualification in IT or a related discipline preferred, with ITIL certification and SAP Basis, integration or cloud experience advantageous. • Significant experience leading SAP operations in complex enterprise environments, balancing business priorities, risk and technical stability. • Demonstrated success leading teams and fostering a culture of accountability and performance. • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and commercial acumen, with the ability to influence senior leaders and translate technical concepts into business outcomes. • Demonstrated success managing vendors and service providers to deliver operational and business outcomes within IT service environments. About your team You'll lead a specialist SAP Operations team within IT Operations, partnering closely with Applications, Infrastructure, Cyber Security and business leaders across the Hydro Tasmania Group. The team is responsible for maintaining a stable, secure and high-performing SAP platform while identifying opportunities to improve business outcomes through innovation and technology. 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 and a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you will bring as soon as possible. We will be running an agile recruitment process and will 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 Unlock job insights Hirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicants Company profile Company Logo for Hydro Tasmania Hydro Tasmania 3.1 · 29 reviews Electricity, Gas & Water Services 1,001-5,000 employees At Hydro Tasmania, we’re leaders in renewable energy, backed by our 100+ year legacy of hydropower. Australia’s clean energy transition is only just getting started, so it’s an exciting time to be working towards a bright future for Australia. You’re spoilt for choice with us Hydro Tasmania group, made up of Hydro Tasmania, Momentum Energy (our electricity retailer), and Entura (our expert hydropower consulting business). Our three businesses are made up of diverse and passionate engineers, scientists, customer service specialists, project managers, IT specialists, maintenance assistants, graduates, commercial analysts… the list goes on. At Hydro Tasmania, we’re leaders in renewable energy, backed by our 100+ year legacy of hydropower. Australia’s clean energy transition is only just getting started, so it’s an exciting time to be working towards a bright future for Australia. You’re spoilt for choice with us Hydro Tasmania group, made up of Hydro Tasmania, Momentum Energy (our electricity retailer), and Entura (our expert hydropower consulting business). Our three businesses are made up of diverse and passionate engineers, scientists, customer service specialists, project managers, IT specialists, maintenance assistants, graduates, commercial analysts… the list goes on. Show less⁠ Perks and benefits No debit sick leave Parental Leave Private Health Insurance Hybrid Working Healthy Business Candidates with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Freshers and experienced professionals meeting the above criteria are welcome to apply. Only candidates matching the required skill set and experience level will be considered.