VP External Affairs Global

• Reporting to Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer, Guide the MD & CEO and Executive Leadership Team on global reputation and stakeholder strategy across diverse regions
• Lead external affairs to influence government and industry, manage reputational risks, and drive commercial outcomes
• High value remuneration offering, paid parental leave, and extensive salary packaging options

At Dyno Nobel Limited our people vision is to unlock our people capability and culture to create safe, inclusive and high performing teams on the ground.

The role
This influential role is designed for a strategic thinker who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about shaping and protecting Dyno Nobel's reputation across diverse geographies. You will guide the development and execution of a comprehensive Stakeholder Management Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with the Group's broader vision and values.

As a trusted advisor to the MD & CEO and Executive Leadership Team, you'll provide expert advice on reputation positioning, stakeholder engagement, and crisis management. You'll navigate evolving stakeholder landscapes, manage reputational risks from external events, and work across culturally diverse international settings with confidence and sensitivity.

Your role will be key to building strong, respectful relationships with government and industry leaders. You'll deliver practical, commercially sound solutions that support the Group's strategic goals, while championing inclusive and ethical engagement practices.

Role
Success in this role calls for a collaborative mindset, cultural intelligence, and the ability to influence at the highest levels, making a meaningful impact across the Group and its Business Divisions. Key Relationships:

• Reporting: Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer
• Internal: Chairman, MD & CEO, Executive Leadership Team, Business Unit and Functional Leadership Teams, and broader DNL team.
• External: Australian and international government and industry leaders, officials, community stakeholders, and customers.

Responsibilities And Critical Deliverables

• Develop and lead the Stakeholder Management Strategic Plan to protect and enhance Dyno Nobel's brand across diverse business divisions and regions.
• Set direction for public, community, and government relations to safeguard and strengthen the Group's reputation.
• Advise on best practice approaches to reputation, stakeholder engagement, and crisis management across the Group.
• Lead the External Affairs team in delivering public affairs strategies and influencing government and industry leaders with practical, commercial solutions.

What You'll Bring

• You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe, inclusive and high-performance culture.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Communication / Marketing / Business.
• Extensive Australian and International Government knowledge and experience.
• Extensive experience in managing global crisis communications.
• Stakeholder engagement – community, industry and government, crisis management.

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you.

Benefits To You

• We are a team focused on safety, inclusion and high performance
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 3 weeks for secondary carer
• Superannuation paid on unpaid parental leave, up to 12 months
• Salary packaging options
• Confidential employee assistance program
• Mental Health and Well-being program
• Options to purchase annual leave (where eligible)
• Various corporate discount programs
• Workplace giving charitable scheme
• Opportunities for career progression through succession planning and development reviews
• Salary Sacrificing Options including car lease options, FIFO airport parking

Please be advised that our hybrid work model entails three office days and two remote workdays per week. This structure aims to enhance efficiency and teamwork, while upholding a harmonious work flexibility.

About Us
Dyno Nobel (ASX:DNL) is a global leader in blasting technology, commercial explosives and mining services. With a history dating back 180 years, to the pioneering work of Alfred Nobel, the company is driven by a commitment to safety, innovation and excellence.

With a robust presence across six continents, Dyno Nobel leverages a global network of state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and distribution channels to deliver cutting-edge, efficient, safe and sustainable solutions.

Across the full drill and blast value chain from manufacturing to comminution and liberation Dyno Nobel provides essential solutions to industries that drive global infrastructure, energy and resource development.

Employing around 4,000 people, Dyno Nobel's team comprises some of the industry's most recognised and experienced blasting technology engineers and blasters. The company's world-class technology, people and commitment to excedllence delivers groundbreaking performance for customers, designed to meet their unique needs.

Leveraging diversity through inclusion
At Dyno Nobel Limited, we believe in the strength of diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment that is safe, equitable, and embraces differences to enhance performance. We go beyond 'diversity of thought,' valuing people from a variety of backgrounds and encourage applicants from diverse identities.

Our commitment extends to helping our team excel at work while achieving a harmonious work-life balance. To support this, we offer a range of work styles and a paid parental leave policy, ensuring our team thrives both personally and professionally. Apply now to be part of our inclusive and thriving community.

What Our Employee's Say
"What I like about Dyno Nobel are the people, the culture and the diversity of things you can be involved with."

"Exciting time to be at Dyno Nobel due to growth and change".

About Our Process
Our recruitment process typically involves a teams or face to face interview, reference checks, and a medical check. It may also include a site visit and psychometric testing.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all candidates. We encourage you to share any support or adjustments you need to be at your best during our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs may be daunting, so if you have any questions before or during your application, please get in touch at . ( Please note that this email is for enquiries only, we cannot accept resumes via email. To apply, please follow the instructions provided in the job posting.)