Principal Communications Advisor (AO7) Nerang, Gold Coast | 12 month contract | $***** to $***** per hour + Super Ref: TMRQJP******** AO7 equivalent, full time, PAYG contract $***** to $***** per hour + Super Based in Nerang, Gold Coast Starts 4 January **** and runs to 31 December ****, with a possible extension A Queensland Government agency is delivering a major road infrastructure program across the Gold Coast, Logan and Scenic Rim.
It needs a senior communications and engagement lead to keep the community, stakeholders and the department working well together while the work gets built.
About the role You'll join the Communications and Governance team in the South Coast Region.
You'll give high level support to the program and program managers delivering the region's road infrastructure program.
You'll lead community and stakeholder engagement on a major infrastructure project, manage risks and issues as they come up, and advise on how the department protects its reputation with the community.
Key responsibilities Leading community and stakeholder engagement, and risk and issues management, for a major infrastructure project Developing high level stakeholder engagement strategies Monitoring media trends and recommending opportunities for proactive comment Providing strategic advice on stakeholder risk assessment and issues management Preparing and reviewing ministerial correspondence, briefing notes,



executive correspondence and consultation collateral so they meet corporate standards Researching and preparing reports and submissions on project issues Building strong working relationships with community groups, non-government organisations, public transport operators, industry and other government agencies About you You'll have senior communications and engagement experience in a major infrastructure or government workplace.
You'll be confident leading public consultation and managing sensitive issues with the community.
You'll write clear, well tailored ministerials, briefing notes and executive letters, and you'll stay composed when decisions need to be made quickly with incomplete information.
Essential A current Queensland C class driver's licence or equivalent Willingness to undergo a criminal history check Highly regarded Qualifications in journalism, communications or engagement IAP2 or equivalent training in community engagement and public participation Six Degrees Executive acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live.
We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.
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📌 Ao7 Principal Communications Advisor (Gold Coast)
🏢 Six Degrees Executive
📍 Gold Coast