Introduction

On behalf of our Client, a World Leader in the Oil & Gas Energy sector, Brunel is presently recruiting a Community Relations Officer to implement a Community Relations program across all Operations in Australia and New Zealand to meet business objectives. This is a contract role located in Melbourne, Docklands. This position is open to candidates who are presently residing in Melbourne.

About this role

An insight into your responsibilities will include:

Lead Operations Integrity managing Community Risk for Upstream Operations and for Product Solutions Operations
Develop and steward annual community outreach strategy for each major operating site, and as required for key projects at sites to meet objectives and regulatory requirements and support licence to operate
Provide annual update to OIMS Management Committee
Participate in internal and external OIMS assessments
First point of contact, providing Community Relations assistance and advice to operating sites and projects across Australia and New Zealand including how to manage community enquiries and issues for base business and projects
Steward annual community contributions budget and programs
Develop and steward metrics for all contributions and report metrics
Develop and foster local community relationships to identify potential issues and grow network of third-party advocates
Engage with Public and Government Affairs Team to promote community relations initiatives
Manage site participation in community visits and other outreach programs, and participation in volunteer activities

Is this you?

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Socioeconomics or Public Relations
Previous experience in Community Relations, preferably within the Oil & Gas or Resources industry sectors
Confident interpersonal and communication skills
Professional writing and editing expertise
Proficiency in MS Office Suite

What we offer

Attractive negotiable hourly rate
Salary sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs,Tel: 08 9429 5676 or email m.hobbs@brunel.net