Communications and Community Specialist

The Bloomfield Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 6 weeks

Vehicle option

Parental leave

Educational leave

Gym membership

Cash-out personal leave

Job summary

The Bloomfield Group is seeking an experienced Communications and Community Specialist to join our Corporate Services team, focused on connecting our people, business and communities. You will support internal communications, coordinate community programs, stakeholder relationships and Bloomfield Foundation activities, helping to promote the positive impact we make in Hunter Valley communities.

This site-based role is Monday to Friday, with travel across Hunter Valley operations and a vehicle

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Business or related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience in communications, community engagement, stakeholder relations, events or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in using a variety of software to achieve positive results.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively across the Group to achieve communication and community outcomes.
• Develop internal and external communications across a range of channels.
• Coordinate Bloomfield Foundation programs, community investment activities and reporting.
• Create and share content that promotes our people, business and community contributions.
• Support community initiatives, stakeholder activities, site visits and events.
• Maintain positive relationships with people, community organisations and stakeholders.
• Maintain communication assets, including photography and video content.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Software proficiency

Driver's licence

Education

Degree in Communications/PR/Marketing or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Content creation tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Communications and Community Specialist to join our Corporate Services team.

Benefits of working with us

• Competitive salary package including incentive scheme and vehicle option
• 6 weeks annual leave and 15 days personal leave
• Supportive Paid Parental Leave packages
• Educational leave and financial assistance for approved study
• Discounted gym membership
• Cash-out personal leave options

About the Role

You will support communication and community initiatives across the Bloomfield Group, helping to connect our people, business and communities. A key part of the role is supporting internal communications that keep our people informed, connected and aligned.

You will also contribute to community programs, stakeholder relationships, Bloomfield Foundation activities and the promotion of the positive impact The Bloomfield Group makes in the communities where we operate. Through a mix of communication and community-focused initiatives, you will help strengthen connections, build awareness and support positive experiences for people, stakeholders and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively across the Group to achieve communication and community outcomes.
• Develop internal and external communications across a range of channels.
• Coordinate Bloomfield Foundation programs, community investment activities and reporting.
• Create and share content that promotes our people, business and community contributions.
• Support community initiatives, stakeholder activities, site visits and events.
• Maintain positive relationships with people, community organisations and stakeholders.
• Maintain communication assets, including photography and video content.

About You

You will be a proactive and engaging communications professional who enjoys connecting people, building relationships and creating meaningful engagement opportunities. Your ability to develop compelling content across a range of communication channels, while engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders, will make you an ideal fit for this role.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Business or a related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience in communications, community engagement, stakeholder relations, events or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in using a variety of software to achieve positive results.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

Please note this is a site-based role working Monday to Friday. The role will primarily be based in Ashtonfield, with travel required across our Hunter Valley operations. A vehicle option is included in the package.

Working with The Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud Australian mining and engineering business that has been part of the Hunter Valley community for almost 90 years, employing around 600 local people.

We own and operate two open‑cut coal mines - Rix’s Creek near Singleton and Bloomfield Mine near Maitland - along with Kings Engineering and Biodiesel Industries Australia.

Investing in our people and our community

We invest in our people and our community.

Through the Bloomfield Group Foundation, we support vulnerable young people, medical and health research, and a wide range of programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities.

Our values guide how we work: We Care. We Deliver.

• We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our community and the environment.
• We work together with integrity to achieve safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.

This position requires an individual who aligns with these values.

The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right to Work in Australia.

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group.

Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people.

The mining operations are our Rix’s Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland.

The Hunter based Kings Engineering business is also owned by the Group.

To learn more about the working The Bloomfield Group, watch this short introductory video.