Mackay Regional Council is seeking an Executive Manager Corporate Communications and Marketing. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic and high-performing communications, marketing and community engagement team. The Executive Manager will drive continuous improvement as the team adapts to the rapidly evolving communications landscape and provide strategic external and internal communications leadership for council.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management:

• Manage the Corporate Communications and Marketing Program.
• Develop and implement communications, marketing and community engagement strategies.
• Provide policy and operational advice.
• Ensure efficient internal operations and resource use.
• Prepare annual budgets and operational plans.
• Implement, monitor, and report on the Program's approved Operational Plan and Budget.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate media liaison and responses.
• Enhance the corporate image ofthe organisation.
• Develop positive working relationships with stakeholders including community organisations, industry groups, and developers.
• Support internal communications processes and employee engagement initiatives.

Contract Management:

• Negotiate and manage contracts related to Corporate Communications and Marketing.

Employee Relations and Compliance:

• Manage employee relations within the program.
• Ensure Occupational Health & Safety requirements are met.
• Develop and implement equal Employment Opportunity policies.

Culture and Leadership:

• Foster a performance and service-oriented culture.
• Promote a customer-focused culture.
• Create a workforce culture that focuses on efficient quality customer service and high performance.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in Journalism, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Significant senior-level experience in Corporate Communications and/or Marketing.
• Current "C" class QLD Driver's Licence.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Business Management (highly regarded).

Why Join Us

• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program, including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter. Applications close on Thursday, 12 June 2025.

This position is a fixed-term five-year contract.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.