• Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 7starting at $125,693 + 12% super & leave
• Ongoing Full-time role, Regional NSW locations negotiable
• Make a real impact supporting NSW’s regions
• Flexible work arrangements offered

Local Land Services (LLS) is looking for an experienced and motivated Team Leader Communications to help shape and deliver engaging and high-quality corporate and internal communications that support staff, landholders, communities, and industry across NSW.

As part of the Organisational Strategy and Performance division, you will lead a team to plan and deliver corporate communications initiatives (both internal and external). Your work will help ensure that staff, customers, stakeholders and communities understand and engage with the services and support we deliver across agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management and more.

As Team Leader Communications you will:

• Lead and manage complex corporate and internal communication projects, working with internal and external stakeholders across the cluster
• Develop project plans, manage budgets, track progress and report on outcomes
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through effective negotiation, consultation and issues management
• Provide expert advice on project issues, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard
• Oversee research and analysis to inform communication and engagement strategies
• Inspire and manage a small team, supporting performance and development

We’re looking for someone with:

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, business management or relevant experience
• Proven ability to lead complex communication projects with multiple stakeholders
• Strong planning, prioritisation and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal – with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences
• A collaborative approach and strong ability to build and maintain relationships
• Leadership capability to motivate, develop and support your team
• Experience managing staff intranet systems would be valuable
• Graphic design experience would also be valuable

Why work for us?

At Local Land Services, we’re passionate about helping NSW communities and industries thrive. Our people live and work in regional areas and are committed to delivering quality, customer-focused services.

We offer:

• Meaningful work supporting staff, landholders, industry, and regional communities
• Flexible working arrangements, including regional NSW locations
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• A supportive, values-driven workplace culture

Sound like something you would be interested in? Please apply by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why being you think you would be a good fit for this role.

For more information, please contact Leesa Ronald, Manager Strategic Communications on [email protected] or 0407173199

You can also download the Role Description.

Closing Date: Tuesday 22 June 2025 at 11:55pm

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to [email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check, and Bankruptcy Check.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

About Us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Local Land Services is a regional-focused NSW Government agency delivering quality customer services to farmers, landholders and the wider community.

We help people make better decisions about the land they manage and assist rural and regional communities to be profitable and sustainable into the future.

We connect people with groups, information, support and funding to improve agricultural productivity and better manage our natural resources. Our experienced staff can answer questions on issues including:

• agricultural production
• biosecurity
• natural resource management
• help during emergencies.

We can support our customers with information and resources to:

• improve your agricultural productivity
• control declared pests and meet your legal obligations
• manage and improve our natural resources