Engagement and Community Officer

3 days ago

Maitland, New South Wales, Australia RSL LifeCare Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

At our core, RSL LifeCare provides care and services to veterans and seniors who live in our communities or are receiving support at home.

Our vision of creating proud communities living their best lives is at the heart of everything we do as we continue to build upon our legacy of supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years.

This is an opportunity for you to join a large social purpose organisation where your skills and compassion will be valued and enable you to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.

About the role:

We are seeking an individual to join our team based in our Hunter Veteran and Family Hub based in Maitland (from January 2026) as an Engagement & Community Officer. In this role, you will be an integral member of the team supporting current and former Defence personnel and their families. 

This is a varied customer facing role, responsible for a range of initiatives including Event Management, Marketing & social media, Community Service liaison and being "the face" of the Hub. A true advocate for our client base, you will be genuinely invested in supporting current and former ADF personnel and have a kind and empathetic nature. 

This role is 100% based out of the Veteran & Family Hub

A bit about you: 

  • Ability to establish and build meaningful relationships internally and externally

  • Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: Event Management, Social Media & Marketing, Community and/or Welfare Services

  • Highly developed communication skills with the ability to prioritise, manage and problem solve 

  • Knowledge of or experience working with Australian Defence Force personnel 

  • Cert IV in Community Services or Marketing an advantage

To Apply:

  • Please include BOTH a resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (no more than two pages) – we're looking for candidates who have attention to detail so please note we look forward to reading your cover letter

  • Applications close Friday 5th December 2025 but please note we will be moving candidates through the recruitment process and may close prior to this date

  • Please note we are aiming for our new team member to join us in January 2026

RSL LifeCare offers a range of benefits:

  • Not-for-profit tax benefits - salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year. This allows you to reduce your taxable income by receiving part of your salary as tax-free benefits like super contributions, car leasing, and more

  • Staff discounts across 700 select retail stores through Maxxia Rewards

  • Leave Loading - 17.5% pay top up on paid leave

  • Plus, you will be working with a truly supportive, committed and loyal team who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of our veterans and their families

Our commitment to diversity:

We are proud to stand for our unique values: Do the Right Thing, Aim Higher, Care from the Heart, and Act as One team.

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Veterans, current serving ADF personnel, their families and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.

It is a mandatory requirement for a team member working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Check or a valid National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. Clearances must be verified prior to commencing employment with RSL LifeCare.

LocationVS Maitland

  • Engagement and Community Officer

    3 days ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia RSL LifeCare Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    At our core, RSL LifeCare provides care and services to veterans and seniors who live in our communities or are receiving support at home.Our vision of creating proud communities living their best lives is at the heart of everything we do as we continue to build upon our legacy of supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years.This is an...

  • Speech Therapist

    3 days ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia River Counselling and Community Services Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    The RoleJoin an organisation that leads with example, caring for each other the same way we care for our community.River Community Services was developed based on the aim to provide the highest quality care to those we support, their families and our community, while bringing joy, creativity and love to the work we do. We understand that we have the capacity...

  • Gallery Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Maitland City Council Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    About UsLocated on Wonnarua Country at the gateway to the Hunter Valley, Maitland Regional Art Gallery is a dynamic art gallery serving the community and visitors to Maitland NSW.Maitland Regional Art Gallery has a dedicated audience with over 120,000 visitors annually making our Gallery one of the most visited cultural destinations in the Hunter-region. Our...

  • Employment Success Officer

    22 hours ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Castle Personnel Services Ltd Full time $34,212 - $71,440 per year

    Inclusive Employment AustraliaEmployment Success OfficerFull Time: $34.21/hrLocation: MaitlandWhy Join Castle?At Castle, we've been opening a world of possibilities for over 30 years. We support people with disability, injury or illness to build meaningful lives through inclusive employment and community connection. As we transition into the new Inclusive...

  • Member Services Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Genesis Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

    Make a real difference to our members childrenOpportunity to make a real difference to our communityFree gym membershipSocial and fun work environmentGreat career paths and development with an entrepreneurial organisationThis is a great opportunity for passionate and friendly people who enjoy working with children, delighting our members and visitors, and...

  • Employment Case Officer

    23 hours ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Castle Personnel Services Ltd Full time $140,000 - $174,000 per year

    Inclusive Employment AustraliaEmployment Case OfficerFull Time: $34.21/hrLocation: MaitlandWhy Join Castle?At Castle, we've been opening a world of possibilities for over 30 years. We support people with disability, injury or illness to build meaningful lives through inclusive employment and community connection. As we transition into the new Inclusive...

  • Senior Compliance Officer

    23 hours ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development Full time $113,000 - $125,000 per year

    Full time role until 15 September 2026Salary from $113K pa to $125K pa + superMaitland preferred, however other DPIRD office locations may be consideredAre you ready to make a meaningful impact in the regulation of NSW's mining and petroleum industries?The Mining Act Inspectorate within the Resources Regulator is seeking a motivated and experienced...

  • Business Partner – Quality, Compliance

    3 days ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Employee and Manager Self-service Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Introduction About UsThe Mai-Wel Group is a Hunter region not-for-profit connecting people with possibilities for nearly 65 years. We partner with people with disability, young people and those experiencing disadvantage to build independence, confidence and real pathways into community, education, training, employment and enterprise. With a team of more than...

  • Administration Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia NSW Health Pathology Full time $64,000 - $66,170 per year

    Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to January 2026, with potential availability of ongoing employmentPosition Classification: Administration Officer Level 2Remuneration: $64, $66,170.25 per annum plus superannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ610212Location: The Maitland HospitalApplications Close: 22 October :59pmAbout The OpportunityNSW...

  • Waste Support and Weighbridge Officer

    7 days ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Maitland City Council Full time $66,927 - $74,789 per year

    Waste Support and Weighbridge Officers About the role Located at the Maitland Resource Recovery Facility, our Waste Support and Weighbridge Officer plays an integral role in the operation of the Maitland Resource Recovery Facility (MRRF). Our officers support our Waste Team by actioning administrative tasks that assist and enable the effective provision...