Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: VG/5858
We are looking for a Communications Advisor to join the team in an ongoing capacity to provide advice to the Manager, Strategic Communications and works closely with WorkSafe’s other communications teams, business units and program teams. The role will develop communications plans, provide advice and implement communications to staff impacted by change.
- $113,198.00 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Full time, ongoing opportunity
- Wadawurrung / Geelong based role (hybrid – 3 days a week in office)
About the opportunity
The Strategic Communications team works closely with WorkSafe business units and executive leaders to create engaging communications that support organisational objectives, projects and achievements.
As a Communications Advisor, you will use your strong writing skills to develop engaging material for WorkSafe staff and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop communications content in a range of formats including digital posts and stories, videos, presentations, speeches and key messages, and provide communications advice and support.
- Work with change partners, program managers and project teams to develop communications plans, considering the needs of the project and the wider organisational context.
- Apply strong writing skills to develop and implement communications content that is easily understood and relevant to staff and stakeholders.
- Provides communications advice to the Manager, Strategic Communications to ensure timely and relevant communications are delivered in line with WorkSafe's strategic objectives and operational requirements.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the Strategic Communications team to plan, develop and implement communications strategies that support change.
- Work collaboratively across the business to ensure fully integrated communications processes and consistent messaging.
About you
You are an experienced and adaptable communications professional who enjoys using communications to make a positive contribution to the organisation's strategic goals. You are a team orientated person who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Additionally, you will possess the following skills and experience:
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate towards shared goals.
- Strong planning, organisational and workflow management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience developing communication plans that balance competing stakeholder needs and business priorities.
- Demonstrated experience working in a similar communications role.
- Experience in change communications (desirable).
- Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline.
Applications close 11:00pm Monday 7 September 2026.