Community Place Manager

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private. Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by Energy Co to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.

The Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Transmission Project will build new high-capacity transmission lines, energy hubs and supporting infrastructure to transfer power generated by solar and wind projects to electricity consumers. The new infrastructure is expected to be operational by 2028 and will initially unlock up to 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity.

Job Description

With a commitment to driving positive change, contributing to the evolution of Australia's clean energy sector, this is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking!

Our Central-West Orana Transmission Project is currently seeking a dedicated Community Place Manager to share their expertise within our growing Community and Stakeholder team.

In this role, you will assist with the delivery of communication and community engagement activities outlined in the project's Communication and Engagement

Management Plan, enabling the successful delivery of a State Significant Infrastructure energy project.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact for project-related information in the Central-West Orana region and keep the community and stakeholders informed about construction activities.
• Work closely with the Construction Team and the Environment Team onsite to effectively address community and stakeholder concerns.
• Provide advice and support on feedback channels to ensure the community and stakeholders' needs are heard and responded to.
• Lead the development of project collateral such as notifications, fact sheets, media releases, brochures, newsletters, social media content and various other publications.
• Support the leadership team with implementation of community engagement obligations and provide on-the-ground support and stakeholder insights.
• Manage the Consultation Manager database and assist with the preparation of daily, weekly, fortnightly, and monthly reports.
• Responds to telephone calls and written enquiries and complaints and undertake investigations of such complaints.
• Adhere to project quality, safety, environmental and community protocols and communicate them to project team members, including suppliers and subcontractors.
• Promote a positive safety and environmental culture.
• Maintain and apply all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary to support responsible decisions and courses of action.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS legislative requirements.
• Lead by example through meeting your personal KPIs whilst supporting the wider project team member(s) to meet overarching project milestones.

Criteria for Selection:

• Minimum 3-5 years of industry experience in a stakeholder/communications/marketing/customer services role.
• Experience in the utilities, energy, engineering, construction or associated industries is highly desirable.
• Professional qualification in Social Science/Public Policy/Communications/Marketing, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to prioritise project demands, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet strict deadlines and follow through within a fast-paced environment.
• Must be customer-focused, team-oriented, accountable and results-driven.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.

Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

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Grupo Cobra: https://www.grupocobra.com/en/privacy-policy/

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