Communication Manager (Excavation)

Caterpillar Brazil; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one benefits

Annual leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Singapore is seeking a seasoned Communications lead to shape and execute internal and external messaging across the enterprise. You will work with division leadership to craft strategic communications plans, oversee executive messaging, and manage multi-channel delivery to employees, dealers, and external audiences.

The role requires strong experience in global communications, media relations, storytelling through visuals, and the ability to drive change in a matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading global communications efforts with an emphasis on external communications (media relations, social media, tech communications, branding).
• Ability to apply organizational acumen to identify key success factors for the organization and contribute to strategic planning.
• Experience communicating complex concepts, and presenting clear messages to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with division leadership to create communications plans aligned to enterprise strategy and initiatives.
• Advise senior leaders on messaging using words, images, sounds and multimedia.
• Own internal communications strategy, channels, tools and messaging.

Skills

Organizational communications

Strategic thinking & planning

Business acumen

Communicating complex concepts

Influencing

Interpersonal relationships

Managing multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/journalism/marketing

Tools

Graphic design software

Video editing tools

Job description

Career Area: Communications Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Excavation Division designs and manufactures tracked and wheeled excavators ranging from 11 to 90 metric tons. Through a global network of manufacturing and engineering teams, Excavation designs, manufactures and supports industry-leading products that serve construction, mining, forestry, heavy infrastructure and restoration applications worldwide. Our teams help customers solve some of the world's toughest infrastructure challenges around the globe with nearly 5,000 employees and operations across North America, Europe and Asia. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better, more sustainable world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

This position leads the design, development, production and consultation on various internal and external communications materials and media. Additionally, it provides leadership for communications teams that support the Excavation Division and China Operations Division within our Construction Industries segment.

What You Will Do:

Strategy Communications – Collaborate with division leadership to create communications plans and deliverables that are aligned to the enterprise, segment and division strategy and related initiatives: Develop and implement an annual internal and external communications strategy supporting the business Consult with senior leaders, managers and employees on messaging using the power of words, images, sounds and multi-media Advise on communication formats to ensure clarity and accuracy of messaging Own internal employee communications including strategy, channels, tools and messaging Partner with division leaders to drive and deploy change management communications, ensuring employees and stakeholders are informed, engaged, and aligned throughout key transformation initiatives

Executive Communications – Serve as a strategic communications advisor to the division’s senior vice president Develop and implement a communications strategy to establish the senior vice president’s voice to their employees and to promote the division across the enterprise Create effective communication strategies to be used across a variety of audiences including employees, dealers and external audiences Contributes to the overall strategic business goals and plans of the division

Deliverables to Include – Communications strategies and plans; key message development; presentations for internal and external audiences; video scripts; internal articles; social media content.

What You Will Have (Basic Skills Required):

• Organizational Communications: Significant experience leading global communications efforts with an emphasis on external communications (i.e. media relations, social media, tech communications, branding)
• Strategic Thinking and Planning: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization. Knowledge of effective communications planning techniques and ability to contribute to strategic planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, technical information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Successful in supporting and interacting with senior-level executives; excellent interpersonal skills to engage on sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):

• Experience delivering strategies and communications that effectively support change initiatives and alignment to organizational/business goals
• Experience as a strategic communications advisor to C-level executives including writing communications and developing presentations
• Ability to create and tell stories through visual mediums (graphic design, video, etc.)
• A proven ability to thrive within a complex, matrixed environment

Education/Experience:

College or university degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Singapore. This role may require flexible or unique working hours to accommodate collaboration with team members across Asia. Hours may vary depending on time zone differences, and you may be expected to work outside standard U.S. business hours at times. This is designed to ensure smooth coordination and timely delivery of work.

Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. International Assignment and Visa Sponsorship are not available. Must be able to travel up to 15% (Domestic & International). Candidates must be able to provide samples of work (writing, graphic design, video, etc.). This position requires working onsite five days a week.

How We Support You (Employee Benefits)

• day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus
• paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance. (prorated based upon hire date).

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For over 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Posting Dates: August 21, 2026 - September 3, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.