Manager Brand and Communications
Our Region
Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.
Our Council
Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. As a child safe organisation, Gladstone Regional Council are committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.
View our Access and Inclusion Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy
Our Culture & Our Benefits
Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first. We’re committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.
We partner with our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!
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Manager Brand and Communications
Looking for a leadership role that supports both your professional ambitions and your lifestyle?
This is a unique opportunity to join Gladstone Regional Council as Manager Brand and Communications, helping shape the region's story while enjoying the flexibility of a permanent part-time, job-share position.
Working 44 hours per fortnight, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to Council and the community, while achieving a healthy balance between work and life.
What we offer
- Permanent Part-Time role, 44 hours per fortnight
- Flexible job-share arrangement
- Three days per week, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
- Better Balance, Better Benefits with GRC
If you're ready to lead, inspire and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
This is a key management role responsible for the strategic development, protection and performance of Council’s brand and reputation. The role leads high-quality, consistent and user-centred community engagement and communications across media, digital, internal and community engagement channels to ensure residents, stakeholders and staff are informed, engaged and confident in Council’s work.
Through effective storytelling, inclusive engagement and strong brand governance, the role supports Council’s commitment to creating a vibrant, connected and inclusive community by sharing information and resources, promoting access and participation, and complementing the delivery of broader Council services and initiatives.
You will bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications (or related discipline) and/or demonstrated senior leadership experience in communications, brand, media and engagement within a complex or public-facing organisation, with accountability for organisational reputation and public narrative.
- Strong understanding of the local government or public-sector environment, and ability to provide trusted strategic advice to executive leaders, on governance, transparency and political sensitivity.
- Demonstrated experience in leading high-performing teams and coaching for capability building and positive culture.
- Proven experience delivering community and stakeholder engagement, using recognised frameworks and ensuring transparent reporting of outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience in managing digital platforms, social media, websites, video production, and creative development experience.
- Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, contractors, community user groups and internal Council stakeholders.
- Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.
Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing. We welcome you to disclose any reasonable adjustments that may be required throughout the recruitment process.
For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].
Closing Date
12 noon Thursday 10 September 2026.
