Community and Stakeholder Lead

First Nations Jobs; Kingscote; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive remuneration

Supportive team

Regional impact

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking a site-based Community Engagement Lead for the Goyder North Wind Farm Connection project in Burra, SA. You will work with the project delivery team, build trusted relationships with local communities and stakeholders, and support positive outcomes throughout project delivery.

The role is based on an 18/10 roster with candidates based in Adelaide or willing to relocate. A relevant tertiary qualification and a current driver’s licence are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in community and stakeholder engagement, communications or social performance roles.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with landowners, community members and other stakeholders.
• Ability to identify risks, solve problems and provide practical engagement advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead community and stakeholder engagement activities on the project.
• Build trusted relationships with local communities, landowners and councils.
• Manage stakeholder enquiries, complaints and engagement records.

Skills

Community engagement

Stakeholder management

Communications

Risk assessment

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

The opportunity

Join Downer Energy & Utilities and play a key role on the Goyder North Wind Farm Connection project. Working closely with the project delivery team, you will lead community and stakeholder engagement activities, build trusted relationships and help deliver positive outcomes for local communities throughout project delivery.

This is a site-based opportunity in Burra, SA and will be working on an 18/10 roster. We are seeking applications from candidates based in Adelaide or willing to relocate.

What we're looking for

• Experience in community and stakeholder engagement, communications or social performance roles, ideally within infrastructure, energy, utilities or construction projects.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills with landowners, community members, Traditional Owners, councils and other stakeholders.
• Experience managing stakeholder enquiries, complaints and engagement records.
• The ability to identify risks, solve problems and provide practical engagement advice.
• A relevant tertiary qualification and current driver's licence.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark renewable energy project
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
• The chance to make a positive impact in regional communities

About Energy & Utilities

Downer Energy & Utilities delivers integrated solutions across the utilities, energy and infrastructure sectors. We work with our customers to design, build and sustain critical networks and assets that support communities across Australia and New Zealand.

Downer is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori and Pasifika peoples, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees or costs from recruitment agencies that are not on our preferred supplier list. Unsolicited applications will not be considered.

A member of our staff is ready to help you with any questions you may have.