Communications Advisor at WorkSafe Victoria

WorkSafe Victoria; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 96,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkSafe Victoria in Geelong, VIC, is seeking a Communications Advisor to support strategic communications that inform staff and external stakeholders. You will write and edit engaging content across digital posts, videos, speeches and presentations, and advise on communications plans to support projects and organisational goals.

Based on Wadawurrung/Geelong, this full-time on-site role offers a clear career path, plus 12% superannuation.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills, able to simplify complex information.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams.
• Strong planning and workflow management with attention to detail.
• Experience developing communications plans for projects.
• Experience in a similar communications role.
• Tertiary qualification in Communications or PR.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications content in formats including digital posts, stories, videos, presentations, speeches and key messages.
• Work with change partners, program managers and project teams to develop communications plans.
• Apply strong writing to develop content that is easily understood by staff and stakeholders.
• Provide communications advice to the Manager, Strategic Communications to ensure timely, relevant messaging.
• Collaborate with other Strategic Communications team members to plan and implement communications strategies.
• Collaborate across the business to ensure integrated communications processes and messaging.

Skills

Writing & editing

Stakeholder collaboration

Planning & organisation

Change communications

Education

Tertiary qualification in Communications/PR

Job description

Communications Advisor at WorkSafe Victoria in Geelong, VIC, AU.

Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. $113,198.00 per annum + 12% superannuation Full time, ongoing opportunity. Wadawurrung / Geelong based role (hybrid - 3 days a week in office)

About the opportunity

The Strategic Communications team works closely with WorkSafe business units and executive leaders to create engaging communications that support organisational objectives, projects and achievements. As a Communications Advisor, you will use your strong writing skills to develop engaging material for WorkSafe staff and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop communications content in a range of formats including digital posts and stories, videos, presentations, speeches and key messages, and provide communications advice and support.


• Work with change partners, program managers and project teams to develop communications plans, considering the needs of the project and the wider organisational context.


• Apply strong writing skills to develop and implement communications content that is easily understood and relevant to staff and stakeholders.


• Provides communications advice to the Manager, Strategic Communications to ensure timely and relevant communications are delivered in line with WorkSafe's strategic objectives and operational requirements.


• Work collaboratively with other members of the Strategic Communications team to plan, develop and implement communications strategies that support change.


• Work collaboratively across the business to ensure fully integrated communications processes and consistent messaging.

About you

You are an experienced and adaptable communications professional who enjoys using communications to make a positive contribution to the organisation's strategic goals. You are a team orientated person who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, you will possess the following skills and experience:

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.


• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate towards shared goals.


• Strong planning, organisational and workflow management skills with excellent attention to detail.


• Experience developing communication plans that balance competing stakeholder needs and business priorities.


• Demonstrated experience working in a similar communications role.


• Experience in change communications (desirable).


• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline.

Applications close 11:00pm Monday 7 September 2026.