Communications Advisor

Job no: 492501
Work type: Full Time (continuing)

Work as part of a team delivering consultation services on a broad variety of different projects across NSW and ACT.

Develop your consultation skills and experience through broad exposure into different types of communication and consultation project work.

About SMEC

SMEC is an Australian professional services firm with a global footprint that provides high quality consultancy services on major infrastructure projects.

SMEC is ranked among the world's top infrastructure design firms and we have won numerous industry awards for technical excellence, including the 2011 Consult Australia Awards for Excellence, where SMEC won a record of four gold awards in four diverse project categories.

 The SMEC Profile:

• It is our culture to celebrate diversity, employ great people and work on interesting projects
• We are a private company, wholly owned by our people
• We have an established network of 57 offices around the world and over 4,000 employees
• We offer our people opportunities to work, both in Australia and internationally, in the areas of: Transport; Water; Natural Resources and Environment; Energy and Renewables; Geotechnical, Mining and Tunnelling Services; Urban Development; Social Development; Government and Advisory Services.

The Role

We are currently seeking a talented Communications Advisor to work closely with our Consultation and Engagement Team Leader to deliver consultation and engagement services for the NSW and ACT region.

With a minimum of 3-4 years commercial experience, you will play a key role in:

• assisting in the delivery of consultation and engagement services for SMEC projects, under the direction of Consultation Team Leader.
• day to day community and stakeholder relations and managing the project consultation databases.
• supporting the wider business in particular the environment, transport and water groups with consultation services.
• assisting in the development of proposals, new business ventures and marketing activities. 

With a track record of achievement in a similar role, you will have gained your experience working in similar environments and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win new work.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• a minimum of three to four years' experience in communications and/ or consultation services experience
• recognised degree or equivalent practical experience
• experience/ or knowledge in IAP2 Public Participation practice· 
• good interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• knowledge and an understanding of professional consultation practice and the principles of public participation in development planning and delivery
• experience in managing day to day customer relation activities including contact databases
• capacity or experience in coordinating or participating in public events for both community members and technical stakeholder 
• able to undertake some travel (domestic) if required.

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Kate Guyatt +61 2 9925 5633,kate.guyatt@smec.com.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at http://www.smec.com.  To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

Advertised: 15 Oct 2012 Aus. Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Nov 2012 Aus. Eastern Standard Time