Director Communications and Brand

About the role

The QBCC, Queensland's independent building regulator, is on a significant transformation journey and is looking for a Director Communications and Brand to lead its communications, media and public relations, and ministerial and corporate advisory functions. Reporting to the Head of Stakeholder Relations, the role leads a team through organisational and cultural change, builds public confidence and positions the function as a valued business partner.

Key responsibilities

• Lead transformation and cultural change, giving managers and teams a clear direction and the conditions to thrive, collaborate and innovate.
• Elevate the QBCC's reputation and visibility with proactive, integrated communications strategies.
• Drive strategic media engagement, anticipating emerging issues and shaping the narrative while responding effectively to sensitive, time-critical matters.
• Provide trusted executive and ministerial advice, supporting timely, informed decisions on sensitive issues.
• Strengthen complaints management and stakeholder responsiveness so feedback informs service improvement.
• Build a strategic business-partner model, working closely with leaders to turn business priorities into effective communications.
• Empower managers, set clear expectations and develop leadership capacity within a collaborative, accountable team.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments across the executive, government, industry, media and community.

Required profile

• Demonstrated leadership experience in communications, media, government relations, executive advisory services, research or a related discipline.
• Strategic leadership and delivery focus, with a track record of supporting teams through change.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a collaborative, business-focused approach.
• Able to lead people, influence outcomes and translate strategy into action.

To apply, candidates submit a two-page statement on their fit for the role and a two-page CV via the online application on the recruiter's website.