Community Lead

Community Lead - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter

What's in it for you when you're part of our team:

• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
• Free standard OnePass membership
• Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
• We're genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

We are seeking a Community Lead to join the Bunnings Corporate Affairs team.

If you're passionate about making a difference and love bringing people together, this is your chance to lead community initiatives that matter. We are currently looking for a Community Lead, you'll help shape and deliver programs that connect our stores, teams and customers with causes that count—across Australia and New Zealand.

You'll be joining a team that's collaborative, purpose-driven and always looking for better ways to support our communities. With plenty of variety and visibility, this role offers a million ways to make an impact—and the chance to grow your skills in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

The role is a 12-month parental leave fixed term contract. The role will be based at our National support office in Burnley and is working full time hours Monday to Friday.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead the planning and rollout of strategic community campaigns and partnerships.
• Work closely with store teams, marketing, operations and external partners to bring initiatives to life.
• Build strong relationships with organisations like FightMND and Share the Dignity, as well as local community groups.
• Support sustainability reporting and respond to feedback from customers and team members.
• Analyse community activity across the network to spot opportunities and share insights.
• Help manage risks and support crisis response planning when needed.
• Travel occasionally and work flexibly to support events and activations.

You're someone who thrives on connection—whether it's with store teams, community partners or cross-functional colleagues. You're curious, proactive and comfortable juggling multiple priorities. You bring a calm, solutions-focused mindset and a genuine interest in community impact.

You'll be joining a team that values openness, teamwork and trust. We share ideas freely, support each other through challenges, and celebrate the wins—big and small.

To hit the ground running, you'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in PR, Communications, Marketing or Business
• Experience in corporate communications, marketing or not-for-profit sectors would be ideal
• Strong writing and storytelling skills across different channels.
• Experience managing projects from concept to delivery.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Solid planning and time management skills.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work independently when needed.

Ready to join us? Apply now and help us shape what's next

You'll be part of a workplace where you'll feel like you belong.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. If you have the experience, skills and a passion to grow but don\'t necessarily nail every single point in the job description, please still apply. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch.

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

By joining our passionate and diverse team, you'll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.