Public Affairs Officer

Public Affairs Officer - Internal Communications

Level 6 - $122,693.21 per annum + Housing Allowance & Utilities Support

Residential Role - Site Based | Permanent, Full-Time

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful Northwest that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

Are you a communications professional looking for the opportunity to progress your career as part of an engaged and high performing team?

We're looking for internal communications superstar, who'll enjoy the challenge of being at the heart of our internal messaging, channels and content strategy. You'll be crafting compelling content, managing our internal communications channels, working closely with our senior leaders, supporting our Corporate Services Directorate as their business partner, and a whole bunch of other communications and marketing related work. If you enjoy a busy, varied and professionally rewarding work environment where you can innovate, collaborate, and make a real difference, this role is for you

Our ideal applicant will have previous communications, PR or related experience, be proactive, positive and productive, with an ability to see the big picture and still maintain a keen attention to detail. For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Tertiary Education in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or Relevant Field
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing Allowance & Utilities Support: Housing Allowance and utilities assistance
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading plus an additional 2 public holidays a year
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
• Superannuation: 12% Superannuation, with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
• Wellness program: Enjoy perks like free gym membership and access to pool facilities
• Training & Development: We're committed to your career growth
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging: Save on costs with our flexible salary packaging options, from assisting with the price of rent of leasing a new vehicle through a novated lease
• Plus much more

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our recruitment team via .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Wednesday 3rd September 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.