Communications Team Leader | PSC1096

A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC

The opportunity 

Shape and deliver communications that makes a real difference. 

We're looking for a Communications Team Leader to guide a talented team in the delivery of timely, creative and transparent communications that connect the stories, people and places of Port Stephens.  

You will need to be a confident communicator that thrives on collaboration, knows how to motivate a team, can juggle competing deadlines, and bring clarity to complex information. Your political insight, strong judgement and confident decision making will set you apart.

Well invest in developing your leadership skills and you have opportunities to grow and advance your career.

Whether it's leading projects, meeting tight deadlines, or ensuring our messages build trust and understanding, you'll play a key role in shaping how Council communicates with our community. 

• This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time working 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
• Base Salary Range: $93,424 - $109,907 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $11,211 car allowance + $2,464 retention allowance 
• You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

• Lead and mentor a team communication experts 
• Develop, implement and evaluate comprehensive communications and engagement plans. 
• Prepare media responses, statements, or releases.
• Assist in strengthening Council's reputation. 
• Manage sensitive issues in a political environment

We're all about putting the right people, in the right role Here's what we're looking for:

• A degree qualification in communication, marketing, media or related field with several years of experience.
• Comprehensive experience leading and motivating others to work collaboratively toward achieving challenging and often conflicting goals.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in contemporary communications, content creation, and public relations methods and practices.
• Extensive understanding of media management and contemporary media landscape.
• Demonstrated project management skills.

This is life at PSC

• Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu 
• Long service leave when you've been with us for just over 5 years
• Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it 
• Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
• PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
• Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
• Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
• Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
• Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
• And lots more…

 Enough about us, we want to hear about you So tell us about…

Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?

Ready to Apply? Here's what you need to know

• Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 12 October 2025
• Contact: Amber Herrmann, Section Manager Communications and Customer Experience on
• For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for 'How to Apply'
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values
• We're a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
• We've partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment
• Port Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our care
• We acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together