Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Advisor - Water IndustryAqua Metro is an integrated service provider specialising in the water sector. Our organisation and team bring significant capability and experience in design and construction of civil, mechanical and electrical works to the water industry. Our staff are highly skilled, experienced, reputable people with a demonstrated track record of delivering our core services in long term partnerships for key water customers. Our service lines include:
Water and Wastewater treatment plantsPump StationsDam ConstructionsSewer Rehabilitation WorksProgram ManagementWater Main Maintenance WorksIn 2023 we were awarded Employer of the Year by Civil Contractors Federation.
ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Stakeholder and Communications Superstar to join our existing team of professionals!
The Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Advisor provides specialist advice to all initiatives and activities arising from the strategic plan, operational plan and interactions with operational services and projects.
Working closely in a team with a Lead and Manager, you will be supported in your everyday role as well as empowered to lead your activities. The role is based across our projects in Melbourne.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure activities are undertaken strategically, minimising impact and disruption to stakeholders and the community.Identify stakeholder, community and trader issues and develop strategies to minimise impacts.Work with various project teams to plan and manage contact with external stakeholders, the community, and local traders.Arrange site visits and site events relevant to the project strategic plan.Write a range of communication materials, such as notifications, newsletters, advertising and formal correspondence as well as co-ordinate residential door knocks.Manage responses to all project related communications matters via phone, email, website, and social media.Develop a range of project specific forums for stakeholders and the community including community forums, pop-up information sessions, etc.Maintain records of community and stakeholder activities.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Tertiary Degree (Bachelor level) or certificate or relevant experience (disciplines relevant to function area, e.g. Public relations, journalism, stakeholder management, marketing).Experience in a communications and stakeholder relations role, working on-site in the construction industry, preferably Infrastructure, Rail or Major Projects.Attributes: Strong written and verbal communication skills.Must be a self-starter focused on solutions and proactive in closing out.If you are looking for a new opportunity and would like to work for a company which will support your career goals and invest in your development, please reach out for a confidential discussion.
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a communications adviser?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry?Are you available to travel for this role when required?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? #J-18808-Ljbffr