• AO4 & AO5 Communications Advisor (Infrastructure Planning & Stakeholder Engagement) (x3)
• Nerang 4211 Office location
• 28/7/25 - 31/01/26 (possible extension)
• $59.17 - $72.69 per hour + Super (37.5 hours per week, PAYG)

Six Degrees is partnering with a large QLD Government department for the recruitment of an AO4 Communications Officer and 2 x AO5 Communications Advisor roles. This department is responsible for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of state-controlled road infrastructure and ensuring efficient operation of the road network in the South Coast Region.

In the role of AO5 Communications Advisor you will provide strategic community and stakeholder management services to technical and professional staff for community engagement, media relations, issues management, public affairs and stakeholder relationship management. In the role of AO4 Communications Officer, you will contribute to the efficient delivery of the South Coast Region's program through the provision of correspondence and communication support to program managers and teams across the region.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team where they are passionate about developing their staff. These positions will suit you if you have experience working in fast paced project-based environments. Candidates from a infrastructure, civil or construction industry backgrounds will be highly regarded.

Accountabilities include:

• Provide advice to Project Directors, managers and other staff in the areas of communications strategies for difficult stakeholders and critical conversations in relation to the project.
• Prepare communications materials, including all project collateral, researching and writing media releases, ministerial briefings, newsletters, flyers, display materials, speech notes and others for the project.
• Develop strategies for stakeholder management and consult with a wide range of interest groups.
• Coordinate community and stakeholder engagement activities for road infrastructure projects in the region, including providing project managers with ongoing strategic communications advice, and developing and implementing communication strategies.
• Provide communication advice and support to the Project Directors, Communications Lead, managers and other staff in the areas of media and issues management, crisis communications, risk assessment and reporting, community engagement and communication strategies using appropriate communication tools.
• Develop, plan and manage key communication activities such as road commissioning, launches, media opportunities and other events as required.
• Provide training, advice and support to project staff and consultants to enhance communication skills and improve relationships with key stakeholders and the community in the delivery of projects and initiatives.
• Develop and implement communication strategies, activities, procedures and policies which assist the project to achieve its strategic objectives.

Mandatory requirements:

• Current holder of a Class C driver’s licence to attend various sites and face to face meetings
• Required to undergo employment screening (for example a criminal history check) as part of our selection process.
• Hold a Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card) or have ability to obtain within six months of starting

Desirable Requirements:

• A degree in communications, public relations or marketing or equivalent years work experience would be highly desirable
• Previous experience in dealing with difficult stakeholders and critical conversations.
• Experience in major infrastructure project environments and social media competency, will also be highly regarded.
• IAP2 or equivalent training in community engagement and public participation.
• Knowledge of the infrastructure planning lifecycle.

Please apply by submitting an up-to-date resume through the apply now button. For any questions please contact Sam Rubino: [email protected]

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