Corporate Affairs Manager, Downstream

Caltex; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Australia is seeking an experienced Corporate Affairs Manager – Australia Downstream to lead Corporate Affairs for our Australian Downstream business and the Caltex brand. Based in Brisbane, the role reports to the General Manager, Corporate Affairs – Australia and shapes strategy across government, industry, communications and brand.

You will provide strategic advice on policy, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, media and reputation, helping navigate a complex energy and consumer

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Corporate Affairs, public affairs, government relations, or strategic communications.
• Proven ability to advise executives on complex issues.
• Strong understanding of Australian political, regulatory and media environment.
• Experience building relationships with government and industry stakeholders.
• Experience leading advocacy and reputation management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Strategic advice & advocacy: translate priorities into Corporate Affairs strategies.
• Lead advocacy on fuel policy, energy transition and decarbonisation.
• Manage political, social and reputational risks and opportunities.
• Provide senior leaders with clear, commercially focused advice.
• Build trusted relationships with governments, industry, customers and communities.
• Develop integrated communications and reputation strategies for the Caltex brand.
• Lead media strategy, issues management and executive communications.
• Oversee Corporate Affairs preparedness for significant issues and change.
• Measure impact using insights to improve outcomes.
• Lead and develop Corporate Affairs resources and governance.

Skills

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Government relations

Media relations

Policy analysis

Job description

Chevron is a leading multinational energy company with operations in over 180 countries. Founded in 1879, Chevron has a rich history of innovation and growth, making significant contributions to the global energy landscape.

Chevron has been present in Australia for over 70 years. Chevron Australia Downstream, an Australian subsidiary of the Chevron Corporation, delivers quality fuel and lubricant products and services, including via its national network of Caltex service stations. Caltex customers receive a warm and friendly service and take advantage of the specially formulated fuel system-cleaning ingredient Techron®, available in all grades of fuel at the Caltex service stations.

Chevron Australia Downstream also owns and operates three product import terminals. We deliver products and services to a range of industries including mining, resources, agriculture, transport, marine and aviation. We offer services such as bulk fuel supply, oils and lubricants, fuel equipment solutions, customised fleet fuel card solutions and expert advice on fuel management and health and safety.

At Chevron, we believe humanity can solve any challenge – including meeting the world’s energy needs of today, while advancing a cleaner energy tomorrow.

about the role

Chevron Australia is seeking an experienced Corporate Affairs Manager – Australia Downstream to lead Corporate Affairs for our Australian Downstream business and the Caltex brand.

Based in our Brisbane Head Office and reporting to the General Manager, Corporate Affairs – Australia, this is a highly influential role partnering with the Downstream leadership team on the issues that matter most to our business, stakeholders and reputation.

You will provide strategic advice across government and industry relations, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, communications, media, brand and reputation, helping the business navigate a complex and evolving energy and consumer environment.

As a member of the Downstream leadership team, you will have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence major business decisions and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across government, industry and the community.

what you'll do

Strategic advice & advocacy

Partner with the Downstream leadership team to translate business priorities into effective Corporate Affairs strategies.

Lead advocacy on key issues including fuel security, supply resilience, fuels policy, energy transition and transport decarbonisation.

Anticipate and manage emerging political, social and reputational risks and opportunities.

Provide senior leaders with clear, commercially focused advice informed by the external environment.

Build trusted relationships with Commonwealth, state and local governments, industry bodies, customers, community partners and other key stakeholders.

Represent Downstream priorities through industry and government engagement.

Connect stakeholder insights with business strategy and decision-making.

Communications, media & reputation

Develop integrated communications and reputation strategies that strengthen the Caltex brand and support business priorities.

Lead media strategy, issues management and executive communications, and act as an authorised company spokesperson where required.

Lead Corporate Affairs preparedness and response for significant issues, incidents, transactions and organisational change.

Use media, stakeholder and digital insights to measure impact and continuously strengthen outcomes.

Leadership & integration

Lead and develop Corporate Affairs resources supporting the Downstream business.

Bring together expertise from across Chevron to deliver an integrated approach to advocacy, communications, stakeholder engagement and reputation.

Manage Corporate Affairs priorities, planning, budget, governance and performance.

about you

You are an experienced Corporate Affairs leader who combines commercial judgement, political awareness and outstanding stakeholder skills with the ability to operate confidently in a complex and highly visible environment.

You will bring:

Significant experience in Corporate Affairs, public affairs, government relations, strategic communications or a related field.

Demonstrated experience advising executives and senior business leaders on complex or high-profile issues.

Strong understanding of the Australian political, regulatory and media environment.

Proven ability to develop trusted relationships with senior government, industry, media and community stakeholders.

Experience leading advocacy, reputation, media and issues-management strategies.

Strong judgement and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently during periods of change, uncertainty or heightened scrutiny.

A collaborative leadership style and the ability to influence across a complex, matrixed organisation.

A commercial mindset, with a focus on measurable outcomes and the value Corporate Affairs can create or protect for the business.

Experience in energy, resources, infrastructure, transport, retail, FMCG or another highly regulated consumer-facing industry would be highly regarded.

At Chevron, you'll work on issues that matter to Australia's energy future while contributing to one of the world's leading energy companies. You'll join a collaborative and high-performing environment where your expertise can influence business strategy, strengthen stakeholder relationships and help shape the future of our Downstream business and the Caltex brand. Everything we do is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way.

Chevron Australia values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures, and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups to apply.

Chevron is committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their contribution to our energy future. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. Our positive duty requires us to prevent workplace sexual harassment and discrimination through training, clear reporting procedures, and a culture of accountability and inclusivity.