Community Engagement Manager

About the role

Join a growing organisation delivering renewable energy projects across Australia. The Community Engagement Manager will lead community engagement and social value initiatives across Ark Energy’s projects from early development through construction and operations, reporting to the Head of Public Affairs & Stakeholder Relations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver community and stakeholder engagement strategies across the project lifecycle.
• Plan and coordinate community consultation programs supporting project development and approvals.
• Build trusted relationships with landowners, councils, elected representatives, community organisations, Traditional Owners, First Nations groups and regional communities.
• Organise stakeholder meetings, community information sessions and public consultation activities.
• Support Social Impact Assessments, community benefit agreements and project approval requirements.
• Identify and manage emerging stakeholder issues, complaints, risks and opportunities.
• Lead community investment, sponsorship, partnership and benefit‑sharing initiatives.
• Prepare clear community‑facing communications, including newsletters, FAQs, presentations and project updates.
• Maintain accurate stakeholder records and report on engagement activities, commitments, complaints and social value outcomes.
• Provide practical community and stakeholder advice to project teams and business leaders.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualifications in social science, communications, community development or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering community and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Experience supporting project development and approvals, including community consultation and Social Impact Assessment activities.
• Strong experience engaging with landowners, councils, community organisations, Traditional Owners, First Nations groups and regional communities.
• Experience managing community complaints, sensitive issues and complex stakeholder matters.
• Experience delivering community benefit‑sharing, investment, sponsorship or partnership initiatives.
• Strong written communication, presentation, facilitation and relationship‑building skills.
• Understanding of community issues associated with renewable energy or major infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with the planning and assessment environment for major projects in Queensland and New South Wales.
• IAP2 certification or equivalent engagement experience is highly regarded.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Salary packaging options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development programs, including study assistance and online learning.