AO6 Senior Communications Officer

Please contact Krystal Smith on Krystal.Smith@hays.com.au for a confidential conversation about your next move

Your new company

We’re recruiting for a Senior Communications Advisor to support major project delivery in Brisbane. You’ll lead communication strategies for complex, high-risk infrastructure projects and work closely with senior stakeholders across government and the community.

Your new role

  • Build strong relationships with ministerial staff, departmental leaders, and community stakeholders.
  • Develop and deliver communication strategies for high-risk projects.
  • Write clear, accurate content—media releases, briefings, newsletters, and speech notes.
  • Monitor project activity to identify risks and trends in public messaging.
  • Provide strategic advice on issues management and executive correspondence.
  • Represent the region’s communication interests across government and industry networks.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience in infrastructure or public sector communications.
  • Strong writing and editing skills across multiple formats.
  • Confidence managing sensitive messaging and high-profile stakeholders.
  • Experience with executive correspondence and issues management.
  • A practical understanding of governance, policy, and public accountability.
  • A proactive mindset and sound judgement under pressure.

What you'll get in return

  • Based in Brisbane CBD.
  • Full-time, up to 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7am–6pm).
  • AO6 pay scale: $77.02–$82.40/hour + super (based on experience).
  • Weekly pay, no payroll fees, and your choice of super fund.

What you need to do now

Send your CV to Krystal Smith at Krystal.Smith@hays.com.au .

Not the right fit? Contact us for a confidential chat or visit https://www.hays.com.au to view other roles.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Marketing
Ref:
2964368

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Krystal Smith, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 0732433022

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