Communications Manager - Reform

Building and Plumbing Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Building and Plumbing Commission in Melbourne is seeking a Communications Manager – Reform to lead external communications for our reform agenda and strategic priorities. You will translate complex policy, regulatory and operational initiatives into clear, engaging communications for diverse audiences.

Collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders, you will shape messaging, manage channels, and ensure timely delivery of communications that support reform objectives and strengthen the BPC's

Qualifications

• Experience developing and delivering integrated communications plans that support objectives.
• Strong writing and editing skills to translate complex information into clear messages.
• Ability to build relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Understanding of communications planning, channels, and audience segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead external communications for reform agenda and strategic priorities.
• Translate policy, regulatory and operational initiatives into engaging content.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to align messaging.
• Manage channels and deliver timely communications that support reform objectives.
• Support strengthening the BPC's reputation with external audiences.

Skills

Integrated communications plans

Writing & editing

Stakeholder relations

Organisational skills

Channel management

Job description

Building and Plumbing Commission – Melbourne VIC

Reporting to the Head of Media, the Communications Manager – Reform will lead external communications for the BPC's reform agenda and strategic priorities. Working with senior leaders and stakeholders, you'll translate complex policy, regulatory and operational initiatives into clear, engaging communications that support reform objectives and strengthen the BPC's reputation.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and delivering integrated communications plans and content that support organisational objectives and influence target audiences.
• Highly developed writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex policy, regulatory and technical information into clear, engaging and audience-focused communications.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior leaders, subject matter experts and stakeholders across an organisation to deliver .
• Strong organisational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of communications planning, channel management and audience segmentation.

About the BPC

BPC is Victoria's regulator for building and plumbing.

It supports the growing Victorian community through the developments of harms-based regulation that is proactive and informed by data and intelligence. The BPC regulates for better consumer outcomes and is committed to safety, compliance and buildings that last.

The BPC's aim is to improve the experience for consumers in the building system by overseeing all aspects of building quality control – regulation, insurance and dispute resolution. The BPC aspires to be a leading and trusted regulator, emphasising consumer outcomes, clear communication with practitioners, efficient processes, and a commitment to public interest

The BPC brings key regulatory, dispute resolution, and insurance functions related to the building and plumbing industry together under one roof, streamlining the process for consumers and industry, and enabling the regulator to have oversight of all complaints so they can be handled more effectively and efficiently.

Commitment to Diversity

We celebrate the diversity of our workforce.

The BPC values the benefits all our differences make and takes inclusion seriously. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Women, including into leadership and non-traditional areas; Neurodivergent people, People with Disability; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse/Marginalised people; Sexually and Gender Diverse people and from people at all stages of their careers. In short, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments, please contact us at *******@bpc.vic.gov.au.

Flexible work arrangements are available we encourage you to discuss any preferences during the recruitment process.

Candidates deemed suitable from a selection process may be considered for identical or similar vacancies within 6 months.

The BPC operates within the Victorian Public Sector; employment conditions are governed by the Victorian Building Authority Enterprise Agreement 2024. As such Recognition of Prior Service from other VPS agencies should be discussed with the hiring manager as part of the recruitment process.