Community Engagement Officer

About Timberlink:

Timberlink Australia I New Zealand is a leading timber products manufacturing and distribution business. Our two manufacturing sites are located close to some of the best plantation pine resources in the world - Bell Bay in Tasmania & Tarpeena in South Australia. Our fit-for-purpose indoor and outdoor plantation pine products are suitable for building new homes, renovation projects and other industrial manufacturing applications including packaging, pallets, and furniture components.

About the role:

We currently have a vacancy for a Community Engagement Officer that will work closely with our manufacturing site team to implement and strengthen local engagement programs that reflect these commitments, ensuring activities are culturally appropriate, community-led, and aligned with Timberlink's strategic intent and values.

In addition to site-based support, the role contributes to the development and delivery of broader community-based programs, helping to build long-term, meaningful partnerships that create positive social impact and reinforce Timberlink's role as a responsible regional employer.

This 12-month part time fixed term position reports directly to the General Manager – Risk & Community and will be based at our manufacturing facility in Tarpeena (approx. 20 minutes from Mount Gambier). We are open to candidates who are looking for either 3 x 7.6-hour days or 5 x 5 (school hours) days.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Build and maintain relationships with local leaders, government, Not for Profit organizations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organizations and local non-government organization stakeholders.
• Understand and analyse community demographics, needs and priorities.
• Design and deliver Timberlink community initiatives that align with Timberlink's Community Engagement Policy and Reconciliation Program.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of broader community-based programs and identify opportunities for Timberlink to partner with local community groups that support the key focus areas contained within the Community Engagement Policy.
• Facilitate in conjunction with the site leadership team, tours with community, local Government and schools.
• Track and report on community engagement activities and outcomes via online registers and through the quarterly Community Engagement Council.
• Assist with the development and execution of Community Engagement programs for other Timberlink sites as required.

Qualifications and Qualities you will bring to Timberlink:

• Proven experience to develop and execute a program of work
• Experience with working with community and/or charity groups within the local area
• Local Government or not for profit experience      Knowledge and experience with the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) – preferred but not essential
• Experience with establishing and maintaining relationship with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Timberlink is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of their background, identity, or ability.  We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and will continue to invest in creating a diverse workforce, ensuring that we hold ourselves accountable to our commitment to inclusion.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and other Pre-Employment (including medical) checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you would like to know more, or wish to apply for the role, please submit your application including your cover letter and CV to  or through the apply now link, ensuring you select the job you are applying for.

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