Permanent full-time position

Salary $84,708 - $95,000 plus superannuation

Our organisation

We exist to deliver reliable, high-quality water, wastewater and waste recovery services to support the economy and liveability of the central Gippsland region.

We are focused on:

Maintaining affordable quality water and wastewater services for our customers

Our sustainable future and future of the region

Continuing to strengthen the important role we play in our local communities.

There are many benefits in working for us, we offer:

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Work variety

A positive environment

Work/life balance, with the opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements.

We focus on building the capability and culture of our people into a more highly skilled, professional, customer focused and efficient organisation.

We do truly meaningful work within a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

The role

The purpose of this role is to deliver high quality communication products and engagement activities to strengthen our reputation and relationships with our local communities.

The Communications and Engagement Advisor will help to deliver Gippsland Water’s brand and communication strategies, and the key strategic objectives of the Communications and Engagement team.

What you’ll bring

Tertiary qualification in journalism, public relations, marketing or communications or 5 years’ experience

Exceptional written, verbal and visual communication skills

Experience delivering communication and engagement plans and producing quality content across multiple channels

Proven ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

A genuine commitment to customer service and community engagement

Freedom

We offer a variety of flexible arrangements to suit our employees’ varied needs and the business, including purchased leave, varied start and finish times, working from alternative locations and accrued days off. We understand that Gippsland Water and our customers benefit from enabling our employees to achieve balance in work and life.

How to apply

Apply through our website. We will be reviewing applications as they are received.

Before applying for the position, applicants should read the position description and selection criteria. All applicants need to provide a cover letter that explains how their skills and experience help them meet the selection criteria for the role.

Please note that if you do not include a cover letter you may be excluded from being shortlisted for further progression in the recruitment process.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a National Police Check.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Alice Ryan, Communications and Engagement Lead on 0448 728 937.

Further information: A position description and instructions on how to apply can be obtained from our website www.gippswater.com.au/careers or by contacting Recruitment [email protected]