Stakeholder Engagement Officer

Level 5 - $115,619.99 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)

The Role

Do you have a passion for community engagement?

Are you looking for a dynamic role, where you can be a part of driving positive change in a regional community?

The Town of Port Hedland is looking for a passionate Stakeholder Engagement Officer to lead the management, development, and implementation of key engagement projects and initiatives.

This exciting role is responsible for ensuring effective engagement is undertaken to drive key strategic areas and facilitate the continued growth of collaborative partnerships within our community.

As Stakeholder Engagement Officer, you will lead engagement with internal and external stakeholders including businesses, community organisations, government agencies and community members and support the implementation of the Town's new Community Engagement Framework.

Our ideal applicant will have experience and knowledge in effective engagement methodologies and navigating political dynamics, with a proven ability to identify, develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships. You will have highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to function within a multi-skilled team.

You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Town embarks on a culture of change with embracing of a wide range of new technologies, a large capital works program, and several other projects that make the Town a desirable place to live and work. As Stakeholder Engagement Officer, you will be directly involved in supporting the success of these projects.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful Northwest that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in community engagement, communications, marketing, social science or community development, or a related area. IAP2 training will be considered favorably.
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact the talent team at .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:30 PM on Wednesday 20 August 2025.

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.