Senior Community Relations Advisor

Squadron Energy is Australia's leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia.

With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia's clean energy future.

Why work with us?

Our goal is to improve the environment for current and future generations by leading Australia's transition to renewable energy. Our people are driven by their passion to make a meaningful difference in the world, to their families and friends, and to themselves.

Though we are united by this common goal, we view the tremendous diversity in our team's cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds as one of our greatest assets. This sense of camaraderie and cross-disciplinary expertise spurs drive and commitment to the growth of our business.

Position Summary

SQE are looking for an experienced community engagement professional with a strong background in stakeholder relations and infrastructure project delivery. The role is a 12-month fixed term contract, based in the Newcastle Office.

Reporting to the Head of Stakeholder Engagement and Community Relations, the Senior Community Relations Advisor is responsible for overseeing community relations activities across the company.The role supports building, maintaining and strengthening relationships with the broader community during delivery and operations.

The Senior Community Relations Advisor supports community relations advisers and Operations Managers in ensuring the effective implementation of community relations campaigns and strategies that enhance the company's reputation and social licence to operate. This role will/may involve travel to other office locations and sites to engage and liaise with broader Squadron Energy (SQE) teams and relevant stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community relations strategies
• Oversee community relations across all projects
• Build strong community relationships and monitor community feedback
• Enhance company reputation and social license
• Support community relations advisors and promote best practice
• Develop communication material
• Coordinate community events
• Monitor and report activities, trends and insights
  

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in relevant fields.
• An understanding and demonstrated experience in the stakeholder and community engagement requirements in an infrastructure environment, with a focus on development projects.
• Experience supporting Project teams in successful stakeholder engagement during the delivery and operation of major infrastructure projects in highly regulated industries is desirable.
• A track record in building or supporting strategic, effective, and high-quality community engagement programmes through externally conditioned approval processes.
• Some experience managing events.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex internal and external relationships in a fast moving environment.
• An eye for quality and attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Ability to maintain effective and collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience using Consultation Manager or similar CRM software highly regarded.
• Computer literacy and strong competence with the Microsoft 365 suite of software.
• Qualifications or significant experience in Communications or Community Engagement.
• Current driver's licence
  
  

To Apply

Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

If you want to make a meaningful difference in this world then we encourage you to take the next steps:

• Submit your updated resume outling your relevant experience to date.
• Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.
  
  Please Note
  
  Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
  
  Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will not be considered, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.