Manager, Stakeholder Relations and Communications

Location
Melbourne VIC•Hybrid work
 
Full job description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 7643
About the role

We are seeking a Manager, Stakeholder Relations and Communications to join the team at Southern Program Alliance (SPA) to lead the team working on our Boronia and Mordialloc projects. This role leads a team of communications professionals working on these projects and develops, supports and provides strategic advice on communication and engagement, in an issues-rich and complex environment. The role works with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to drive project strategies and ensure they are successfully delivered.

On a day-to-day basis you will

Provide authoritative and strategic advice on multiple projects issues to departmental executives, Ministerial Advisors, and other internal teams.
Develop and foster an effective working relationship between the relevant internal and external cross –agency teams to ensure an integrated approach to public affairs, media liaison and communications matters.
Provide active leadership and management across the Communications and Stakeholder Relations team.
Lead the communications team in proactively identifying and responding promptly to public affairs issues associated with the project and developing mitigation strategies in consultation with senior management as required.

We like to work together when it makes sense, so when working from the office you will find yourself in workshops, brainstorms, and real life catch ups with people as you build rapport with your key stakeholders across the business and within the industry.

This is a 12-month fixed term position, paying a salary between $138,631 - $185,518 plus superannuation with hybrid working arrangement (a mix of office and home/remote based working).

On a weekly basis you’ll be required to work two days from the Mordialloc site office, one day from 121 Exhibition Street and one day from the Moorabbin office (on an ad hoc basis), with the remaining day/s working from home.

About you

You are someone who thrives in a varied role. You effectively interact with different stakeholders and influencing outcomes.

Let’s get technical – what skills do we expect you to have?

Continuous Improvement – Improve existing processes by adopting more efficient ways of doing of work.
Strategic Commercial Mindset – A big picture mindset with the ability to understand the environment and the complexities of our project.
Influencing Negotiating – Ability to create buy in, agreement and support with colleagues and stakeholders.
Effective Communication – Effectively and consistently prioritising work and delivering key accountabilities.
Visionary Inspiring – Create a sense of vision and direction and inspire others to achieve high performance and deliver project goals.
Building High Performing Teams – Provide feedback on performance, effectively resolve conflict and support the team by being approachable and adopting a coaching and mentoring mindset.
A relevant tertiary qualification and experience in a project-based communications and/or stakeholder relations capacity.
Experience managing the interface with project construction teams on communications and stakeholder relations issues would be highly regarded.

At LXRP we embrace diversity and inclusion. We actively strive to remove barriers and encourage applications from people of any age, or disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse or LGBTIQA+. We will make adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure that you are able to participate to the best of your ability.

About LXRP

At LXRP we’re not only removing level crossings but also removing barriers and creating a long lasting legacy for our communities.

Inclusion is a priority for us, and we are committed to creating an employee community that reflects those in which we work. We value diverse representation at all levels of the organisation.

As leaders in the transport sector, we provide secure pathways into the industry for:

Women
People who identify as LGBTQIA+
People living with a disability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Refugees or asylum seekers
People facing barriers to employment.

We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances.

We also place great importance on professional development and growth through both formal training opportunities and lessons learnt.

Health, safety and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do. We aim to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere.

What next?

To apply – just submit your CV. No need to submit a separate address of the LXRP core capabilities, and no need for a cover letter.

Upon applying you will be asked to answer the following (assessed) questions:

What attracted you to apply for this role? Why do you believe you’ll be a great fit? (Max 200 words).
Provide a summary of your relevant experience in Stakeholder Relations and Communications. (Max 200 words).
‘Relationships’ is one of our core values at LXRP, and relationships are super important in this role. What does the word ‘relationships’ mean to you, and how do you embody this in the workplace? (200 words).

After assessing your CV and answers to the above questions, the next steps will be a phone screen, followed by an interview that may include a short activity where you can showcase your skills and potential.

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police checks and misconduct screening.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa to be eligible to apply.

Need more information?

Click here to view the position description.

For specifics about the recruitment process entailed, or a confidential discussion around any special accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process you may need in order to participate to the best of your ability, contact Daniel Fedyshyn (Senior Talent Acquisition Adviser) via LinkedIn.

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Applications close Wednesday 6 August 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
24 July 2025
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