Communications Officer

Fulton Hogan; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Maroochydore is seeking an entry-level Communications Officer to support internal and external communications. The role involves developing communication tools and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have or be studying relevant qualifications and possess strong writing skills. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to community improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Corporate health and fitness programs

Health insurance discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, or related field required.
• Confidence in producing content across multiple channels.
• Excellent writing and editing skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop and distribute communication tools like flyers and emails.
• Assist with strategic communications planning and prepare reports.

Skills

Advanced writing and editing skills

Confidence in content production

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, or public relations

Job description

Job Description

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, and making it happen. We appreciate our peoples’ courage, curiosity and unique perspectives, and look to collaborate as much as possible to explore safer, smarter and more efficient ways of working in this rapidly changing world. We don’t stand still – there are always opportunities to do more and do better.

Keen to progress your career? Take full advantage of our tailored training, leadership, and mentoring programs; or leverage our partnerships with industry association such as Engineers Australia, Chartered Accountants, CPA Australia, Infrastructure Sustainability Council, The National Association of Women in Construction, plus many more.

Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We will encourage you to explore flexible working arrangements where possible. We offer great benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, a range of retailer discounts, up to 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave and up to 10 days paid secondary carers leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family), and the option to take more time for yourself throughout the year with our Purchase Leave Policy.

Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us – it’s a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities. We do this because we genuinely care, enjoy what we do, and even manage to have some fun along the way! You’ll find us partnering with local and national community groups, like Clontarf Foundation, Black Dog Institute, and Soldier On, in addition to indigenous groups and social enterprises, to ensure that our good work positively impacts and brings about sustainable change within our industry.

Do we offer a ‘competitive’ salary package? Of course! Speak to our Talent Acquisition or People & Culture team to learn more.

What’s on offer? We are seeking an entry‑level Communications Officer to join us on a full-time basis, in our Maroochydore office, supporting the North Coast Road Asset Management Contract. As a passionate and committed individual, you will support internal and external communications and stakeholder engagement activities. You will assist in developing and distributing communication tools such as flyers, emails, media statements and social media collateral; and undertaking engagement activities such as door‑knocking, meeting and phoning stakeholders about maintenance works. You will also work with the Project and Management Teams to assist with strategic communications and engagement planning and help with internal communications by preparing presentations and reports, organising workshops and meetings, and supporting community relations activities.

As a preferred candidate you will hold or be studying a relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, public relations, or another related field. In addition, you will have confidence in delivering production of content across a range of channels including video, digital and publications, and have advanced writing and editing skills.

Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulate what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone. If our values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you’re not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that’s okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan.

For 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in every kind of weather and environment, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia and New Zealand. We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities. We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two‑way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.