Work Type: Permanent Full Time / Max Term Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Expression of Interest – Communications (PR) Professionals
From the Highlands to the Headlines – Join Council's PR Team We're Hiring Now
At Central Highlands Regional Council, we're growing our team of passionate PR professionals who are ready to make a difference in the communities we serve. We offer a welcoming, flexible, and future-focused workplace where your skills, ideas, and career goals are truly valued.
Love telling amazing stories?
Get a buzz from the media hustle?
Want to make a real impact in your community?
We want YOU on our Public Relations & Communications team at Central Highlands Regional Council
We're inviting expressions of interest from professionals across all areas of PR, including:
* Senior Contract Role – our media maestro Manage media inquiries, craft killer press releases, set up interviews with our elected members, and create content that shines.
* Two Senior Maternity Cover Roles – our storytelling superstars Lead campaigns, shape Council's image, and deliver comms that connect inside and out.
Why join us?
* Your words & ideas will shape how our community sees us
* Flexible work options – we get life happens outside 9–5
* A supportive, fun, creative team
* The chance to work on projects that really matter
If you can write, create, connect and inspire and you're looking for meaningful work with real flexibility and a workplace that supports you both personally and professionally — we'd love to hear from you.
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
* A generous superannuation scheme
* 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Fortnightly RDO's
* Annual uniform allocation
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
To express your interest in a position within our, please submit your resume detailing your career history and relevant experience/qualifications.
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Expressions close: 8am, Wednesday 17 September 2025.
Please note applicants may be contacted and progressed prior to the closing date