Community & Stakeholder Engagement Manager

**UGL - Big projects. Big careers.**

We’re the people behind communications, rail, water, oil, gas, and renewables. We build tunnels under rivers and flyover roads. We’re the people who take on the problems that have never been solved. The ones that stretch you outside of what’s known, where your true genius is challenged and shines.

We’re moving Australia forward and we want you to move with us.

Within the Rail & Technology Systems sector, UGL is a leading provider of integrated systems for communications and rail infrastructure projects. We are uniquely positioned and resourced to support our clients in their goals of providing exceptional transport solutions. Our services include infrastructure building and asset management, rail systems, signalling and communications, tunnel, and intelligent transport systems.

The **_Community & Stakeholder Engagement Manager_** will form part of the Project Management team, and will be assigned to various Projects that come under the remit of the WA Project office. This role shall be the primary contact to engage, communicate and manage relationships with the team, client, members of the public and related works. This includes but is not limited to:

- Local residents, community members and the general public
- Owners and patrons of local businesses
- Impacted motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists
- Community interest groups
- Member of the media
- Transperth passengers
- Ensure UGL’s adherence to the clients’ Communication and Stakeholder Management Plan, and other overarching plans and documentation.
- Manage the development and delivery of communication activities undertaken by UGL to keep members of the public informed of Project progress and impacts, respond to stakeholder queries and maintain a positive public image for the Project.
- Prepare and manage the implementation of the UGL Communications and Stakeholder Management Plan (CSMP) across the project team and subcontractors.
- Shall ensure UGL comply at all times with the privacy principles and any associated policies, and notify the PTA immediately of any suspected breaches of privacy.
- Responsible for ensuring there is pro-active, ongoing and up-to-date interfacing and communications with the Client.
- A Bachelor of Communications or a relevant discipline (desirable)
- A current Drivers Licence
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite of programs
- Rail and/or Technology experience and exposure, or exposure to multidisciplinary functions
- Strong network and client relationships in the Rail, Power and Communications industry
- Experience of commercial, contractual, and legal issues in the rail environment
- Strong communication skills (oral & written), including negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels, both internally and externally.

**What we offer**
- Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
- Ongoing training for career progression
- A competitive remuneration package with salary continuance insurance, employee assistance program for employees and their families, AIA Vitality wellness program and Discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, travel and more

**What makes you right for UGL**
- Ability to provide a safe, supportive and positive workplace
- Empower a united and collaborative culture
- Deliver technical excellence and create efficient, innovative solutions
- Build an enviable reputation and the trust of employees, clients and other stakeholders
- Genuine concern for safety

**About Us**

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity - in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen._

**Discipline**: Marketing & Communications Manager

**Primary Location**: Australia-WA-Perth CBD, Inner & Western Suburbs

**Work Type**: Full-time