Media and External Affairs Advisor

Synergy; Perth; Hybride; AUD 85 000 - 105 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous paid parental leave

Volunteer leave

Diversity & inclusion focus

Résumé du poste

Synergy, Western Australia’s leading energy provider, is seeking a Media and External Affairs Advisor on a 6-month max-term contract in its Perth Central Park office. The role shapes Synergy’s corporate reputation and supports the delivery of the Communications Strategy across traditional and digital media.

Reporting to the Media Lead, you will engage with media, government and ministerial offices, coordinating media events and shaping external communications during issues and crises.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Management or a related discipline, or significant experience delivering communication programs in large, service-based organisations.
• At least 5 years’ experience in media, journalism, PR or corporate communications, with a strong understanding of the WA and national media landscape.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality content across a range of formats and channels.

Responsabilités

• Proactively identify, pitch and develop media opportunities to enhance Synergy’s corporate reputation across traditional and digital platforms.
• Create, publish and manage content across Synergy’s website.
• Provide strategic media advice and support to internal stakeholders, including senior leaders and the Minister for Energy and Decarbonisation’s office when required.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver media events, including logistics, stakeholder engagement and on-site support.
• Support issues management and crisis communications, including participation in Synergy’s Crisis Communications Team and after-hours media response roster.

Connaissances

Media relations

Writing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication strategy

Formation

Tertiary qualification in Communications/PR/Marketing/Media Management

Description du poste

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We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.

And we want you to be part of it.

You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.

But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.

Our big batteries are now live in Kwinana and Collie, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, building the new King Rocks Wind Farm, and we have many other projects in the works.

We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.

We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.

This is where you come in.

Role Description:

The Media and External Affairs Advisor is an exciting 6-month max‑term contract opportunity within our Brand, Marketing and Communications team based at our Perth Central Park office. The role plays an important part in shaping and protecting Synergy’s corporate reputation and supporting the delivery of our Communications Strategy in a complex and highly visible operating environment.

Reporting to the Media Lead, the Media and External Affairs Advisor works across traditional and digital media channels and collaborates closely with stakeholders across the business. The role supports Synergy’s external profile through engagement with media representatives, government and ministerial counterparts, and contributes to media engagement, events and broader external communications activity, including during issues and crisis situations.

This is a dynamic opportunity for a communications professional who enjoys working at pace, values collaboration, and is motivated by purpose‑driven storytelling and reputation management within a large, mission‑led organisation.

Job responsibilities:

• Proactively identify, pitch and develop media opportunities to enhance Synergy’s corporate reputation across traditional and digital platforms.
• Create, publish and manage content across Synergy’s website.
• Provide strategic media advice and support to internal stakeholders, including senior leaders and the Minister for Energy and Decarbonisation’s office when required.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver media events, including logistics, stakeholder engagement and on‑site support.
• Support issues management and crisis communications, including participation in Synergy’s Crisis Communications Team and after‑hours media response roster.

What you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Management or a related discipline, or significant experience delivering communication programs in large, service‑based organisations.
• At least 5 years’ experience in media, journalism, PR or corporate communications, with a strong understanding of the WA and national media landscape.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce high‑quality content across a range of formats and channels.
• A proactive mindset, strong news sense and sound judgement when managing key issues and media opportunities.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to collaborate across teams and engage effectively with senior leaders and media representatives.

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

• Generous paid parental leave
• Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
• Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Synergy is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieving equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) will apply to this vacancy. We welcome applications from anyone who has the demonstrated skills and experience to successfully perform this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Applications close 22 October 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.