AO5 Communications Advisors - Planning and Delivery

Michael Page Australia; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for two experienced AO5 Communications Advisors to join the Stakeholder Management team. The roles involve developing communication strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. This is a contract position in Maroochydore, offering hybrid work arrangements and competitive hourly rates tailored to experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications for civil projects.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing sensitive community issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement targeted communication and engagement strategies.
• Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders.
• Lead communication activities such as public consultation and correspondence.

Skills

Communication strategies

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship-building

Media management

Public consultation

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Communications, PR, Journalism, or Marketing

IAP2 engagement certification

Job description

• Three year contract working to shape Queensland's transport future.
• Multiple roles on offer

About Our Client

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a key Queensland Government agency responsible for planning, delivering, and maintaining the state's transport system. The North Coast Region is a dynamic, fast-growing area where TMR manages major projects that enhance connectivity, support economic growth, and improve community outcomes across the state.

Location: Maroochydore

Job Description

We're seeking two experienced AO5 Communications Advisors to join TMR's Stakeholder Management team. One position will support the Planning function, focusing on long-term project strategy and stakeholder preparation. The other will support Delivery, working closely with teams managing active construction and project rollout. In both roles, you will:

• Develop and implement targeted communication and engagement strategies
• Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders on media, issues management, and community engagement
• Build and manage strong relationships with government partners, contractors, and the public
• Lead communication activities such as events, public consultation, correspondence, and content creation
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and legislative obligations

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in communications or stakeholder engagement for infrastructure or civil projects
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset
• A strategic approach to communications, paired with strong delivery capability
• Experience managing sensitive community issues, media queries, or public-facing events
• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, PR, Journalism, or Marketing (preferred but not essential)
• IAP2 engagement certification, or a willingness to obtain one

What's on Offer

• Contract Duration: 30 June 2025 to 30 June 2028
• Location: Maroochydore
• Work Arrangement: Full-time office-based on boarding, then hybrid (5 office days per fortnight)
• Rate: AO5 level, $67.13-$72.96/hr (based on experience)
• Applications close Sunday, 9 June 2025.