Communications and Engagement Officer

18 hours ago

Ballina NSW, Australia BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL Full time $79,800 - $91,600 per year
ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

We are seeking a customer focused individual with strong community engagement experience to join Council's Project Management Office. Reporting to Council's Manager Project Management Office, this position is responsible for providing high level communications, stakeholder engagement and administration assistance to support the $57 million bridge duplication project and other capital works projects in the Shire. A focus of the role will be to develop and implement a communication and engagement strategy, and provide administrative support to ensure proactive, transparent, and consistent communication with residents, businesses, and key stakeholders.

This position is a temporary position for a period of up to 12 months to align with project funding provisions.

To be successful you will bring

  • Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
  • Qualifications in community engagement, communications, project management or related field.
  • Experience in communications and/or community engagement, preferably within construction or major infrastructure projects.
  • Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to be collaborative and build relationships with stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently, while being self- directed, motivated and collaborative.
  • Proven high level computer literacy with experience in Microsoft 365 and other corporate software, including familiarity with mapping software.
  • Graphic design ability with experience using digital communication channels, including social media, content management systems, and email marketing platforms to effectively engage target audiences.

The rewards

  • An annual salary range of $79,800 to $91,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • A supportive, values-driven workplace culture
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
  • Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
  • An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
  • An absolute focus on our peoples' safety and well being.
  • Generous Award workplace conditions.

Applications close

11.30pm on Sunday 19 October 2025

Specific enquiries

Brett Dyki | Manager Project Management Office |

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