An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Communications Advisor to support a major infrastructure program for a QLD Government client.

Based in Nerang, you’ll lead a small communications and engagement team, provide strategic advice, and deliver clear, consistent engagement with communities and stakeholders.

Contract | Full time | 6 months, possible extension

About the role

You will:

- Lead community engagement, stakeholder relations and correspondence activities.
- Provide advice on media, external communications, issues management and engagement risks.
- Coach a small team to produce clear, accurate and consistent communications.
- Work closely with project teams to identify emerging issues and develop proactive responses.
- Build positive relationships with community, industry, business and government stakeholders.
- Keep up to date with project activities and identify communication trends and risks.

About you





You’ll bring strong communications and engagement experience, sound judgement, and confidence working with a range of stakeholders—including in challenging conversations. Experience in major infrastructure projects, social media, team leadership and community engagement frameworks such as IAP2 will be highly regarded.

A communications, public relations or marketing qualification is desirable, or equivalent relevant experience.

Mandatory requirements

- Current Class C driver’s licence and your own vehicle to attend project sites, offices and meetings. Travel costs are not included in the contract.
- Willingness to undergo employment screening, which may include a criminal history check.
- Construction Induction Card (White Card), or ability to obtain one within six months of starting.

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