Corporate Communications Lead

• Join Ausgrid as we embark on our exciting transformation journey!
• Permanent Full Time | Starting from $127,366 + 15.5% Super
• Enjoy a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) in support of work life balance
• Regional Location | Singleton/Muswellbrook/Beresfield or Newcastle with flexible/hybrid work model

Ausgrid is on an exciting transformation journey and now is the time to be a part of something big. We are proud to service Australia’s east coast, as a leading business in energy distribution, delivering a safe and reliable electricity supply to more than 1.8 million homes – that’s over four million Australians relying on us every day. 

Our vision is simple; for our communities to have the power for a resilient, affordable net zero future. ​  

We take pride in knowing that the work we collectively achieve today, will transform the world tomorrow. We value a culture of working and living safely, being customer focussed, commercially minded, collaborative, honest, accountable, and respectful. Our values are not just initiatives driven by leaders; they define the way we work.

Your new role
As Communications Leader you will be at the forefront of shaping and executing external communication strategies. Your expertise will be pivotal in creating a diverse array of collateral, including materials for community and stakeholder engagement, proactive and reactive media releases, newsletter articles, and social media posts. Your efforts will amplify Ausgrid's initiatives, fostering understanding of who we are, what we do and support for our innovative projects.

In this role you will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to craft compelling messaging that aligns with Ausgrid's objectives and values. You will work closely with brand and marketing, public affairs, policy and stakeholder engagement teams to:
 

• Develop and execute external communications plans, ensuring consistency of message between all stakeholders and community.
• Develop communications materials for community and stakeholders.
• Develop and execute internal communications plans which keep our people informed and drive employee engagement.
• Support marketing campaigns that meet the marketing strategies, objectives, metrics, and promotional plans that support the brand strategy and build Ausgrid’s reputation.
• Proactively identify potential communication risks and issues, escalating them appropriately and developing strategies to address them effectively.
• Manage and mitigate negative publicity, ensuring Ausgrid's reputation is maintained and protected including any reactive communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to effectively manage and communicate project objectives.
• Ensure quality control of communications, with a focus on accuracy for details and brand compliance.

Spark our interest!

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.

Successful candidates will hold the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations and/ or related relevant field experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Ability to translate technical or complex project information into clear and digestible information for use externally and internally.
• A deep understanding of the regional media landscape, with a proven track record of advising on media issues and working effectively with journalists and media outlets.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly developed leadership and influencing skills.
• The capacity to work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and respond to challenges with proactive solutions.
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to contributing to a positive team environment, supporting colleagues, and sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Relationships with Hunter/Central Coast regional stakeholders or understanding of Hunter region.

Grow with Ausgrid

To continue building on our rich heritage, we actively invest in our people’s development through secondments, onsite training, mentoring circles, e-learning, Australian Graduate School of Management programs (UNSW) and study assistance.

It is through our investment in our people that the average tenure across the business is 14 years and our current turnover is sitting at a market competitive rate of just 3.9%.  

Ausgrid Perks

Revel in more than just a competitive salary! Our employees enjoy a dynamic range of market leading support and safety services, wellbeing programs, corporate discounts, and flexibility arrangements in many forms.

Our people are paramount to the continued success of Ausgrid, therefore celebrating great work is important to us! It’s not just the big wins that count, we have provided our employees the opportunity to applaud peer successes daily through our Amped Recognition Program. But let’s not forget the major milestones! For those ready to exceed expectations, anticipate a nomination for a CEO award at our formal end of year Award gala.

Belonging at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we are powered by diversity. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We are committed to creating a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workforce, and encourage applications from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
 

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Join us in shaping a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive.