Communications Officer (2-month contract)

Potentia Energy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Lunch credits (office)

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Potentia Energy in Sydney is seeking a Communications Officer on a 2-month contract to help tell our energy transition story across internal and external channels. You will create content, manage social media, support events and provide reporting, with opportunities to develop skills in media engagement and stakeholder communications within a growing renewable energy joint venture.

The role suits a recent graduate or student in communications or related fields who is detail-oriented,

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong editing and proofreading ability.
• Studying or recently graduated in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or a related field.
• Ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for different audiences.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Managing social media channels and generating content across platforms.
• Drafting and editing content for website and internal channels, including ad hoc website updates.
• Supporting internal communications and managing the company intranet, including keeping the hubs up to date.
• Monitoring media coverage and maintaining media lists and coverage reporting.
• Working with stakeholders across the business and externally.
• Coordinating conferences and planning internal events and learning opportunities.
• Preparing and supporting the team for external events, site visits and community engagement activities.
• Preparing presentations and reporting to support the team.
• Maintaining the communications calendar, asset library and brand templates.
• Processing and tracking invoices.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Education

Studying or recent graduate in communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Communications Officer (2-month contract)

About us

Potentia Energy (previously Enel Green Power Australia) is a dynamic joint venture entity co-owned by two global energy leaders, Enel Green Power and INPEX, both committed to driving Australia's energy transition and supporting the nation in achieving its net zero target. With a proven track record and extensive expertise across the project lifecycle, Potentia Energy has established a strong presence in the Australian renewable energy sector. Our current operating portfolio comprises over 800MW of solar and wind capacity across Australia, with construction underway on a further approximate 200MW of capacity. Potentia Energy also has rights secured for a development pipeline of over 9GW across Australia and is committed to an ambitious growth agenda, targeting a significant increase to its installed capacity across wind, solar, storage and hybrid projects. Guided by our core values – Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence – we work closely with local communities, our partners and customers to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

About the role

As a Communications Officer, you are a clear and confident storyteller with a sharp eye for detail. You're curious, self-motivated and comfortable juggling several pieces of work at once. You work constructively in a team, autonomously and across departments. This unique and exciting role will allow you to gain hands-on experience in internal and external communications within the renewable energy sector. You will have opportunities to develop your skills in content creation, media and stakeholder engagement, and employee communications through participation in a variety of key communications tasks, campaigns and events.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the management of social media channels and generating content across platforms
• Drafting and editing content for website and internal channels, including ad hoc website updates
• Supporting internal communications and managing the company intranet, including keeping the hubs up to date
• Monitoring media coverage and maintaining media lists and coverage reporting
• Working with stakeholders across the business and externally
• Coordinating conferences and planning internal events and learning opportunities
• Preparing and supporting the team for external events, site visits and community engagement activities
• Preparing presentations and reporting to support the team
• Maintaining the communications calendar, asset library and brand templates
• Processing and tracking invoices

About you

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading ability
• Studying or recently graduated in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or a related field
• Ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for different audiences
• Contributing ideas and suggestions
• Willingness to learn and positive attitude
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Exposure to Microsoft Office suite (particularly PowerPoint and Word) and be able to pick up new systems easily

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing initiatives – including $100 wellness rebate each month, annual flu vaccinations and health checks.
• If you're in the office, we have $35 lunch credits that you can use each week.
• Learning and development opportunities – both on the job and via formal training including technical, role specific and leadership development programs.
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential and independent counselling and advice service for either a personal or work-related problem if you or a member of your immediate family needs help or advice.