Community Engagement Officer

Gilgandra Shire Council; Gilgandra; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay cycle

Rostered day off every fortnight

12% superannuation

Annual Leave

Subsidised corporate wardrobe

Ongoing learning & development

Sick leave

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Make a difference in the community

Job summary

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Officer to join our Growth and Liveability team in New South Wales. This full-time role delivers the Council’s communications and community engagement for the Council as a whole.

The position operates under the Local Government (State) Award 2023. A current driver’s licence and at least 2 years of relevant experience are required, with strong written and verbal communication and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• WHS understanding and commitment.
• Current driver's licence.
• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Tertiary qualification in communications, media, PR, marketing, or community development.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated attitude.
• Strong time management and ability to set priorities.
• Excellent customer service with timely, helpful advice.
• Team oriented with collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Council’s communications and community engagement for the Council as a whole.
• Collaborate with Growth and Liveability team to support community initiatives.
• Maintain and develop relationships with stakeholders and residents.
• Ensure timely and accurate information is communicated to the public.

Skills

WHS awareness

Oral & written communication

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Tertiary quals in communications or related

Job description

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Officer to join our dynamic Growth and Liveability team!

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the Gilgandra community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Full time 35 hours week
• Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary range - $1526.67 - $1831.99

ABOUT THE ROLE

To role is responsible for delivering Council’s communications and community engagement for the Council as a whole.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:

• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to WHS issues
• Current drivers licence
• Minimum 2 years work related experience
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, media and public relations, marketing, community development or equivalent
• Excellent level of oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess an enthusiastic self motivated attitude with a helpful disposition
• Demonstrated time management skills including the ability to set project priorities and establish activity / project outcomes to achieve set and agreed departmental goals;
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
• A demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and actively participate as a team member to ensure a cohesive approach to achieving team and Corporate objectives

BENEFITS

• Weekly pay cycle
• 12% employer contribution to superannuation
• Annual Leave
• Subsidised corporate wardrobe
• Ongoing learning and development
• Sick leave
• Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!

ENQUIRIES

The People & Culture team on 02 6817 8800

ABOUT GILGANDRA

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.

Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.

Applications Close: Friday 9.00am 17 October 2025