Support the delivery of a portfolio of renewable energy projects across Australia and New Zealand.
Support community and stakeholder engagement activities for projects transitioning into construction and during active delivery.
Work closely with project teams to support day-to-day engagement requirements associated with construction activities.
Act as a visible and accessible point of contact for local communities, neighbours and businesses before and during construction.
Build and maintain positive, constructive relationships through regular on-the-ground engagement, meetings and site-based activities.
Support timely, respectful and transparent communication with stakeholders throughout construction activities.
Provide practical engagement support across multiple projects, adapting approaches to local context and community needs.
Assist in coordinating engagement activity between contractors and internal teams to ensure consistency and clarity.
Support the implementation and ongoing management of community benefit initiatives, including community benefit funds and local commitments.
Use internal systems, including Salesforce, to accurately log and track community and stakeholder interactions.

Working knowledge of federal, state and local environmental and social planning systems across Australian jurisdictions.
Understanding of community and stakeholder engagement requirements for infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Knowledge of construction-phase engagement within the Australian renewables sector, with New Zealand experience an advantage.
Experience in community and stakeholder engagement roles supporting infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with communities, neighbours, businesses and project partners.
Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate engagement activities across several projects.
Understanding of community engagement principles and practices in the Australian context, with New Zealand experience an advantage.
Experience using stakeholder or CRM systems to record and report engagement activity.
Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within Australia and to New Zealand as required.
IAP2 membership or familiarity with IAP2 frameworks desirable.
Fluent English essential.

Community Engagement Manager

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