About Ballina Shire Council
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
About the role
Position: Communications and Engagement Officer – Project Management Office. We are seeking a customer focused individual with strong community engagement experience to join Council's Project Management Office. Reporting to the Manager Project Management Office, this position provides high level communications, stakeholder engagement and administration support to the $57 million bridge duplication project and other capital works in the Shire. A key focus is to develop and implement a communication and engagement strategy, and provide administrative support to ensure proactive, transparent, and consistent communication with residents, businesses, and key stakeholders.
Upcoming projects that the role will support include:
- Ballina Waste Management Centre upgrades
- Ross Lane raising and flood mitigation works
- Hutley Drive Extension
- Wardell Beautification stage 2
- Various Water and Wastewater upgrades
- Various stormwater upgrades
This position is a temporary role for up to 12 months to align with project funding provisions.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Qualifications in community engagement, communications, project management or related field.
- Experience in communications and/or community engagement, preferably within construction or major infrastructure projects.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to be collaborative and build relationships with stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently, while being self-directed, motivated and collaborative.
- Proven high level computer literacy with experience in Microsoft 365 and other corporate software, including familiarity with mapping software.
- Graphic design ability with experience using digital communication channels, including social media, content management systems, and email marketing platforms to effectively engage target audiences.
The rewards
- An annual salary range of $79,800 to $91,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and livability of our region.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Applications close: 11.30pm on Sunday 19 October 2025
Specific enquiries: Brett Dyki | Manager Project Management Office |
How to apply
Please note: Once you start your online application, you can save and return to it later. This \'unsubmitted\' application will be visible to Council. You must use your email address, and not one used previously by another person who has applied for a position with Council. Prepare your responses in a Word document, then copy and paste into the application fields. Have your Resume document ready to go. Fill out all questions below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click "Confirm" to submit your application.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Temporary
Job function
- Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
- Industries: Government Administration
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