Don't come for an easy career.
Stay for a rewarding one.
At Santos, we do work that matters and always have.
When you join us, so will you.
As a global energy company, we're committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.
To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, "How can we?" (Even when others say, "We can't.") We're proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists.
And as we strive to achieve our Vision****, we've got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy.
The difference isn't just thinking big – it's delivering on it too.
What you'll do This role is central to Santos' social licence to operate in NSW.
Reporting to the Team Leader Community NSW, you will shape and deliver our stakeholder management, community engagement and investment strategies — supporting our broader sustainability and operational goals.
• Lead community engagement — deliver the NSW Community Engagement Plan and support the Narrabri Community Shopfront in line with all project approvals.
• Manage community investment — own the NSW Community Investment Plan and budget, aligning spend with business strategy across functions.
• Drive communications — partner with the Communications team to promote our community programs internally and externally.
• Represent Santos — engage local government, community leaders and industry groups on our behalf.




• Champion local participation — create opportunities for local and First Nations communities in our operations.
• Support ESG reporting — contribute to our corporate sustainability reporting requirements.
What you'll bring • Experience in community engagement, communications, government or external affairs • A track record of building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering in a skilled external affairs role • Advanced written and verbal communication skills • Experience coordinating cross-organisational projects • Preference for relationships with First Nations individuals and communities, and experience developing participation strategies • Preference for tertiary qualifications in communications, community, sustainability, business or a related field.
Our purpose is to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.
If you are ready to make a real impact in NSW communities, we would love to hear from you.
What you'll get: Here, you'll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects.
We don't shy away from solving tough problems at pace.
We like it that way.
You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow.
At Santos,



we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated.
Join us, and you'll play a role in this too.
What you're part of : Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone And because it's not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation.
It's about each of us, and all of us – together.
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before COB 31st August ****.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people.
We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves.
We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our ongoing success.
We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.

📌 Community And Stakeholder Adviser - Nsw (New South Wales)
🏢 Santos
📍 New South Wales