Troocoo are partnering with QLD Government on the recruitment of an AO6 – Communications Advisor to join the team on a contract basis through to October 2027. This is your opportunity to join a high performing team, work on large infrastructure projects at a senior and strategic level on the Sunshine Coast.

In the role of Senior Communications Advisor, you will coordinate and supervise communication services for our significant projects program in the North Coast Region. You will lead a team responsible for executive correspondence, issues management, stakeholder relationship management, public affairs, media relations and community engagement.

Accountabilities in this role include:

• Lead, manage and coordinate the region’s executive correspondence, community relations and community engagement programs.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of communications officers across the region, including review and approval of communication material.
• Provide tactical and operational advice to regional staff on communications issues and strategies, including the development, implementation and resolution of strategies and communication activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate cooperation, coordination and enhanced communication channels
• Ensure appropriate governance frameworks are maintained and adhered to in order to monitor compliance with policy, legislation, regulations, standards and procedures.
• Provide training, advice and support to regional staff, consultants and contractors to enhance communication skills for delivering projects and initiatives. This position reports to the Principal Communications Advisor and will have three direct reports

To be considered for this opportunity you will:

• Experience in a strategic communication or community engagement role in an environment dealing with major infrastructure projects, particularly in the transport or civil engineering sector, will be highly regarded.
• Hold a current Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence
• While qualifications are not mandatory, a degree in communications, public relations, journalism or marketing would be highly desirable. Preferably International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) in Engagement.
• Understanding of Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia framework and how it applies to infrastructure projects. Preferably Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional qualification 
• Prior experience leading a communications team and experience in a Government environment would be highly regarded.

On offer is the opportunity to join a large QLD Government Department at a senior level and work on some amazing projects as well as attractive hourly rates - up to $81 per hour plus super. Applications for this contract close on 07/10 so please reach out for more information on this role to neridah.day@troocoo.com / 0404 857 431