Principal Advisor (Communications and Engagement)

Principal Advisor (Communications and Engagement)

An exciting opportunity exists for two high performing individuals to join The Wave (Rail), within Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in the role of AO7 Principal Advisor (Comms and Engagement).

The Wave (Rail) project, previously known as the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line project, is a generational infrastructure project that will revolutionise travel for the Sunshine Coast region, creating a seamless public transport network for the region. The Wave will deliver heavy passenger rail from Beerwah to Birtinya and metro‑style vehicles will provide links between Birtinya, Mountain Creek, Maroochydore CBD and the Sunshine Coast Airport.

Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a vital government agency moving and connecting people, places, goods and services safely, efficiently and effectively around Queensland. Of significant scale and scope, TMR and its people share a common value – to drive positive change and to make a difference.

The Opportunity

In the role of Principal Advisor (Communications and Engagement), you will lead stakeholder engagement and communication activities for The Wave (Rail) project, shaping a clear and cohesive narrative across a complex stakeholder environment. You will manage a small team of communication specialists, providing high‑level project advice and ensuring all written and verbal communications are delivered to a high standard.

The role focuses on maintaining high levels of customer and stakeholder satisfaction by efficiently addressing stakeholder concerns and media enquiries while fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. You will develop and execute comprehensive communication plans across various channels to drive engagement and behaviour change, lead media management, provide timely and accurate advice, monitor communication activities to implement iterative improvements, and deliver training to enhance team and divisional capacity.

You will model behaviours and attitudes aligned with TMR's values and contribute to a positive team culture, meeting team and personal accountability expectations, and modelling the standards of professional behaviour.

Why Join Us?

• Work for an organisation that connects Queensland through integrated transport systems.
• Contribute to the well‑being of the larger community.
• Employee value : your talent, skills and knowledge are recognised and you are encouraged to excel.

Transport and Main Roads adopts a variety of approaches to develop its people, including induction programmes, training and development opportunities, management and leadership programmes tailored to different levels of staff, and paid tertiary study (subject to approval).

Benefits

For more information on this exciting role and for details on how to apply, please refer to the attached role description. Applications remain open for 12 months.

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