Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Coordinator

Fremantle Ports; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Fremantle Ports is seeking a Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Coordinator to support major and strategic initiatives across the port. Reporting to the Strategic Communications Lead, you'll coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, develop communications across multiple channels, and help maintain strong relationships with community, industry and government stakeholders.

Based in Fremantle, this maximum-term role offers a dynamic environment, opportunities to contribute to WA's

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, public relations or project coordination.
• Experience planning and delivering stakeholder engagement activities and communication initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Experience using CRM systems, Microsoft 365 and digital engagement platforms.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and strong administrative capability.
• Experience with events, social media, digital content, photography or design tools will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, consultations and community events across project lifecycles.
• Develop and distribute engaging communications across internal and external channels.
• Manage stakeholder and community enquiries, ensuring timely responses and accurate record keeping.
• Support content updates across websites, social media platforms and internal communication channels.
• Maintain stakeholder databases, CRM systems and engagement records.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and stakeholder insights to support informed decision-making.
• Work closely with project teams and technical specialists to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages.
• Support Fremantle Ports' community investment initiatives and engagement programs.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communications

Public relations

Project coordination

CRM systems

Microsoft 365

Digital engagement platforms

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications/PR or related

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft 365

Digital engagement platforms

Job description

Job Description

• Play a key role in supporting major projects and strategic initiatives across Fremantle Ports
• Combine stakeholder engagement and communications in one dynamic role
• Work with diverse stakeholders to help shape the future of WA's leading port

Fremantle Ports’ refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia’s most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we’re setting a bold vision for the future. If you’re passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you.

Maximum Term Contract for 2 Years.

Salary: $132,650.59 + 12% Super

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Strategic Communications Lead, the Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the successful delivery of major and strategic port initiatives. Working across the External Relations team, you'll coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, develop communications across multiple channels and help maintain strong relationships with community, industry and government stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that strengthen Fremantle Ports' social licence and reputation while helping shape how we engage with our communities and stakeholders.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

• Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, consultations and community events across project lifecycles.
• Develop and distribute engaging communications across internal and external channels.
• Manage stakeholder and community enquiries, ensuring timely responses and accurate record keeping.
• Support content updates across websites, social media platforms and internal communication channels.
• Maintain stakeholder databases, CRM systems and engagement records.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and stakeholder insights to support informed decision-making.
• Work closely with project teams and technical specialists to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages.
• Support Fremantle Ports' community investment initiatives and engagement programs.

The Expertise You Bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, public relations or project coordination.
• Experience planning and delivering stakeholder engagement activities and communication initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Experience using CRM systems, Microsoft 365 and digital engagement platforms.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and strong administrative capability.
• Experience with events, social media, digital content, photography or design tools will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy. Primarily based in Fremantle you’ll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation.

• Free onsite parking and access to an onsite gym
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Generous annual leave provisions
• Salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive health, wellbeing and employee support program
• The opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of one of Western Australia's leading ports.

Get to Know Us

Fremantle Ports is a commercially successful Government Trading Enterprise and one of Western Australia’s most important trade gateways, facilitating more than $45 billion in trade each year. We are driven by our CARE values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence; guiding how we work, deliver results, and support our people and community.

Closing Date: 22 November 2026 at 5:00pm AWST.

Fremantle Ports is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, underpinned by our Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce by providing supportive pathways and development opportunities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.