Corporate Communications Specialist

7 days ago

Gladstone Queensland, Australia Gladstone Ports Corporation Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

About Us

Gladstone Ports Corporation Ltd (GPC) is a dynamic Government Owned Corporation operating under the Corporations Act 2001 and the Government Owned Corporations Act 2001. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our community, employees, and stakeholders to drive sustainable growth and maintain our social licence to operate.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and experienced
Corporate Communications Specialist
to join our Government and Corporate Relations team. This pivotal role focuses on delivering strategic internal communication initiatives and fostering meaningful engagement with our communities.

As the Corporate Communications Specialist, you will be instrumental in enhancing GPC's corporate reputation by effectively implementing communication and engagement strategies that connect and inspire both our employees and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement internal communication strategies aligned with GPC's corporate goals

  • Create and manage compelling content across multiple internal communication channels

  • Lead employee engagement initiatives to cultivate a positive and inclusive workplace culture

  • Measure communication effectiveness and adapt strategies based on feedback

  • Ensure consistent messaging aligned with GPC's brand and external communications

  • Support change management communication to guide employees through organisational transitions

  • Build and maintain genuine two-way communication with the community

  • Provide guidance and mentorship within the internal communications team

What We're Looking For

  • Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Public Relations, or related field

(mandatory)

  • Proven leadership experience supporting and mentoring teams to achieve communication excellence

  • Advanced skills in strategic communication, including digital platforms (EDM, intranets, websites)

  • Strong community engagement experience and ability to design impactful consultation strategies

  • Exceptional project and event management skills

  • Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

  • Commitment to health, safety, and the GPC values of respect, integrity, innovation, and collaboration

Why Join GPC?

  • Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values people and community

  • Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment

  • Opportunity to shape and lead key communication initiatives with real impact

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

To apply

Please complete the online application form and submit a cover letter, resume and copies of any qualifications as part of your application.

For further details on the role and requirements, please refer to the full position description.

Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting the recruitment team on

Applications are to be received prior to
4:30pm, on Tuesday 26th August 2025
and must be submitted via 

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