Work Type: Permanent Full Time / Max Term Full Time
Remuneration: multiple positions at varying levels, with packages ranging from S103,000 to $200,000 circa.
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 9–5A supportive, fun, creative teamThe 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 scheme5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loadingFortnightly RDO’sAnnual uniform allocationPayroll deductions and salary sacrifice optionsWages paid fortnightlyEmployee 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 1300 242 686 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
Work Type: Permanent Full Time / Max Term Full Time
Remuneration: multiple positions at varying levels, with packages ranging from S103,000 to $200,000 circa.
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Expression of Interest – Communications (PR) Professionals