Manager (Project & Stakeholder Engagement)

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD in Rockhampton is seeking a Manager of Project and Stakeholder Engagement to lead a team delivering communications and stakeholder engagement for Central Queensland transport infrastructure. Based in Rockhampton, you will provide strategic advice to regional leaders, guide engagement on major projects and manage emerging issues to support informed decision-making.

You will oversee a team of professionals supporting delivery of the Transport and Roads

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' external stakeholder engagement and communications experience.
• Strong leadership and sound judgement in complex environments.
• Able to advise senior leaders and manage sensitive issues.
• Must hold a current Class C driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, delivery and evaluation of engagement strategies for major infrastructure projects.
• Build productive relationships with communities, service providers, industry and government.
• Set strategic direction for the engagement teams and monitor activities and risks.
• Provide high-level advice and practical options to regional leaders and project teams.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Strategic advice

Public affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related discipline

Job description

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Rockhampton QLD

Lead a skilled team delivering communication and stakeholder engagement for Central Queenslands transport infrastructure program. Based in Rockhampton, you will provide strategic advice to regional leaders, guide engagement on major and politically sensitive projects, manage emerging issues and build productive relationships with communities, government and industry. This permanent role offers the opportunity to influence how significant transport projects are planned, communicated and delivered across one of Queenslands largest and most diverse regions.

Transport infrastructure affects how people travel, access services and stay connected. We are looking for an experienced communication and engagement leader who can help communities understand projects, ensure stakeholder views are heard and support informed decision-making across Central Queensland.

As Manager (Project and Stakeholder Engagement), you will lead a team of communication and engagement professionals supporting the delivery of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program and other regional transport initiatives. You will provide trusted strategic advice to the Regional Director, leadership team and project teams on community engagement, media relations, public affairs, stakeholder relationships and complex or sensitive issues. Based in Rockhampton, this permanent, full-time role reports to the Regional Director, Central Queensland, and has four direct reports.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of communication and engagement strategies for infrastructure projects, including complex and politically sensitive initiatives.
• Build productive relationships with communities, service providers, industry and all levels of government.
• Set the strategic and operational direction of the communication and project engagement teams.
• Provide high-level advice, recommendations and practical options to regional leaders and project teams.
• Monitor engagement activity, emerging issues, risks and results across the infrastructure program.
• Lead, develop and support a capable team, including managing performance, change, capability and professional development.
• Promote sound judgement, ethical decision-making and accountable delivery.

About You

You will bring at least five years' experience in external stakeholder engagement and communications, supported by strong leadership skills and sound judgement in complex environments. You will be confident advising senior leaders, managing sensitive issues and turning community insights into clear engagement strategies and practical action. Experience in major project environments and tertiary qualifications in communications, engagement or a related discipline will be highly regarded. You must also hold a current Class C driver licence.

Why join TMR?

You will work across a diverse region spanning more than 600,000 square kilometres and help support a transport network that includes more than 9,000 kilometres of state-controlled roads. This is an opportunity to influence high-profile infrastructure programs while building strong relationships with the communities they serve.

TMR supports an inclusive workplace, professional growth, career development and a healthy work-life balance. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and can provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Applications will remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: QLD/706990/26