Communications and Stakeholder Advisor

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 60,000 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.

Job Description

The Project

ACCIONA has been selected to deliver Western Harbour Tunnel – Stage 2, Sydney’s third harbour crossing. The new Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) will connect to WestConnex at the Rozelle Interchange, cross underneath Sydney Harbour between Birchgrove and Waverton, and connect with the Warringah Freeway near North Sydney.

Project scope includes:

• Construction of approximately 4.8 kilometres of mainline tunnels with three lanes in each direction
• Civil, Mechanical and Electrical fitout of Stage 1 and Stage 2 tunnels
• Surface level work, including on and off ramps and tie-in work to the Warringah Freeway

In line with the above, ACCIONA are now looking for a Communications and Stakeholder Advisor to join the Western Harbour Tunnel Project. Working alongside Construction Teams, you will collaborate as a team player to actively plan, monitor, evaluate and recommend changes to policies, programs and delivery strategy, to facilitate high quality stakeholder engagement and outcomes for the community.

Specific Tasks Include

• Provide support to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships in support of project design and delivery.
• Assist the delivery of stakeholder engagement including providing administrative support for meetings and briefings.
• Manage day-to-day requirements of our new Community Information Centre, including being a point of contact for the community and ensuring the availability, relevance, and currency of information available to project stakeholders.
• Assist in preparation of speeches, video production, media releases, brochures, newsletters, and other collateral as required.
• Prepare reports and summaries related to communications and stakeholder engagement activities, including compliance and evaluation.
• Identify opportunities for improved stakeholder experiences and outcomes.

Required Skills and Competencies

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in communications, community engagement, or a similar field
• Experience working with technical concepts and/or construction teams on large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Solutions-focused problem-solving and ability to remain flexible as priorities change or evolve.
• Sound project management skills and ability to self-motivate for individual tasks.
• Team player who actively contributes to group activities and a positive project culture.

ACCIONA has been awarded Top Employer 2023 Certification in Australia from the Top Employers Institute. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.