Job Description
Company Description
Do you have a passion for shaping and influencing company culture?
If so, we want you to join our team!
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Community Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in building strong, respectful, and mutually beneficial relationships between Sodexo, our client, and the communities surrounding our remote operations.
This role is central to fostering community partnerships, supporting local employment and enterprise opportunities, and ensuring our operations create lasting social value.
You will be a visible and trusted presence both on-site and within local communities—driving engagement initiatives, supporting events, and strengthening meaningful connections.
This position involves weekly travel to remote sites, with flexibility required to extend time onsite to support mobilisation and operational priorities.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with site teams, Elders, Traditional Owners, and local communities
Act as a key liaison between Sodexo, clients, and stakeholders
Ensure culturally respectful and inclusive engagement
Maintain accurate records for reporting and compliance
Support operational teams in delivering contractual outcomes
Partnership Development
Review local businesses to identify opportunities to support Village and Camp projects
Focus on engaging and supporting local Indigenous‐owned businesses, nurturing opportunities for growth and sustainability
Promote Sodexo as a trusted long‐term partner within regional and remote communities
Employment & Recruitment
Identify and promote local employment opportunities across casual and permanent roles within the Village
Work closely with Sodexo recruitment teams to develop and execute local recruitment strategies
Indigenous Engagement
Work closely with Sodexo's indigenous affairs team on initiatives and community programs as required.
Support Indigenous participation in employment, training, and supplier opportunities




Ensure culturally significant events and initiatives are respectfully and appropriately supported
Events & Community Activation
Plan and deliver community and Village events to a high standard, including (but not limited to):
Australia Day
Theme nights celebrations
NAIDOC Week
Encourage resident participation in community events and initiatives onsite
Chance & Project Development
Identify local project and service opportunities
Collaborate internally to deliver shared outcomes
Prioritise local employment where possible
Governance & Reporting
Ensure all contractual requirements related to community engagement are met and documented
Monitor, evaluate, and report on community engagement outcomes and social value contributions
Provide regular updates to site and contract leadership
Ensure compliance with Sodexo policies, Indigenous engagement commitments, and client expectations
Personal Attributes
Approachable, engaging, and culturally aware
Highly organised with strong documentation and reporting capability
Passionate about community development and social impact
Able to work autonomously across remote locations
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable in dynamic environments
Additional Information
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the role.
Duties may change to meet business requirements.
Qualifications
Proven experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, or a similar role
Strong understanding of working with Indigenous communities and cultural protocols
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
High attention to detail with strong reporting and documentation capability
The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
Flexibility to travel regularly and adapt to changing operational needs
Additional Information
Opportunity to make a genuine social impact in regional and remote communities
Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
Be part of meaningful initiatives that drive long‐term community outcomes

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