Public Sector People is partnering with a Local Council to recruit a Senior Project Engagement Officer to support the delivery of transport infrastructure projects.
This role is responsible for delivering specialist engagement and communication services that support the planning, design and construction of infrastructure programs. Working closely with project teams, you will ensure engagement activities are proactive, consistent and aligned with organisational priorities.
You will operate with a high level of autonomy, providing expert advice and managing engagement across multiple concurrent projects in a complex delivery environment.
This is an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension. The role is part-time (4 days per week), with the possibility of additional hours depending on workload.
Key Responsibilities Include
* Developing, implementing and managing community and stakeholder engagement strategies across infrastructure project lifecycles
* Identifying engagement risks and opportunities in collaboration with technical project teams
* Providing strategic advice to internal stakeholders, including project managers and leadership
* Managing multiple engagement programs simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and scope
* Preparing and delivering communication materials including notifications, fact sheets, web content, FAQs and presentations
* Representing projects in meetings with residents, businesses, councillors, contractors and other stakeholders
* Responding to community enquiries and complaints related to project activities
* Maintaining accurate records of stakeholder interactions, engagement activities and correspondence
* Supporting continuous improvement of engagement processes, tools and systems
About you
* Demonstrated experience delivering community engagement and communication programs, ideally within infrastructure or capital works environments
* Strong ability to develop and execute engagement strategies across project lifecycles
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical information for diverse audiences
* Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple projects
* Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging with community groups and external partners
* Experience responding to enquiries, issues and complaints in a professional and timely manner
* Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a broader project team
* Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing or a related discipline (desirable)
* Experience in infrastructure, transport or construction environments highly regarded
* IAP2 or similar engagement certification is advantageous
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate (negotiable based on experience)
* Initial 3-month temporary contract with potential for extension
* Part-time arrangement (4 days per week) with potential for additional hours
* Opportunity to work across complex infrastructure projects
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
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