Marketing and Communications Director

Leading Aboriginal-owned aerospace and defence consultancy - Flexible working | Senior strategic role

Your new company

Gunggandji Aerospace is an Aboriginal-owned, DISP‑accredited aerospace and defence consultancy with national reach. Working across project management, workforce development and strategic advisory, the organisation supports Australia’s sovereign capability across defence, aerospace and space sectors. As a certified B Corporation and Supply Nation member, Gunggandji Aerospace is committed to creating meaningful pathways for First Nations Australians into high‑value industries.

Your new role

As Marketing and Communications Director, you will play a critical senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Managing Director. You will be responsible for translating a long-term brand strategy into disciplined, high-impact execution across all channels.
This is a highly strategic role, focused on brand governance, narrative control and communications leadership rather than campaign-based marketing. You will own the organisation’s brand and communications ecosystem, ensuring every external touchpoint reinforces Gunggandji Aerospace’s position as a trusted sovereign capability partner.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Owning and executing the Brand Strategy across all communications and digital channels
  • Leading content strategy, development and quality assurance across corporate, media and digital platforms
  • Managing the organisation’s website, LinkedIn presence and brand asset library
  • Overseeing agency and contractor relationships to ensure brand compliance
  • Supporting government relations, stakeholder communications and thought leadership
  • Providing brand intelligence, performance reporting and brand health insights

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will bring:
  • Significant experience (5+ years) in a senior marketing, brand or communications leadership role
  • A proven ability to translate brand strategy into consistent, high-quality execution
  • Exceptional written communication skills with a strong, distinctive professional voice
  • Experience managing content end-to-end, from strategy through to performance reporting
  • Strong digital capability across LinkedIn, websites and analytics
  • Confidence operating autonomously in a small, senior team environment
  • Alignment with the values and purpose of an Aboriginal-owned social enterprise
  • Experience in defence, government, aerospace or infrastructure sectors, and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return

You will join a purpose-led organisation operating at the intersection of sovereign capability, defence and social impact. This role offers:
  • A senior leadership position with direct influence on organisational strategy
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • The opportunity to shape a nationally significant brand with long-term impact
  • A values-driven, high-trust working environment

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, click “apply now” to forward an up-to-date CV to Kelly.Hopkins@hays.com.au . For a confidential discussion, please contact your Hays consultant.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Defence
Ref:
2991707

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Kelly Hopkins, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 14, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: +61738171900

Similar jobs to Marketing and Communications Director

  • Proposals Manager and Proposals Coordinator

    Two exciting permanent roles with an established Facilities business
    QLD - Brisbane Southside

  • Senior Project Engagement Officer

    3-month contract with possible extension
    QLD - Brisbane Southside

  • Payroll Officer

    Payroll Office role | Brisbane Inner City | $80,000 - $90,000 + Super
    QLD - Brisbane CBD

  • Senior Audit

    Senior Audit position | Brisbane CBD | Permanent full-time role
    QLD - Brisbane CBD

  • Business Operations & Development for Training Delivery

    Excellent career opportunity for an individual with training experience and a commercial & business mindset.
    QLD - Brisbane CBD