CopperString is a nationally significant transmission infrastructure project that will support Queensland’s energy transition, improve system reliability and enable regional economic growth across North and North-West Queensland.

The project represents a major State-led investment in energy infrastructure, with delivery planned over the coming decade.

Your Role

The General Manager – Corporate Affairs is a critical executive role responsible for leading Government engagement, stakeholder relations, communications and community engagement across the full project lifecycle.

The Role will

• Establish and lead a fit-for-purpose corporate affairs function;

• Drive Government, community and stakeholder engagement strategies;

• Maintain strong social licence and community confidence across the project corridor;

• Lead media, communications and reputational management activities;

• Support engagement with landholders, communities and First Nations stakeholders; and

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to ensure clear, consistent and proactive messaging.

About You

You are a senior leader with significant experience across corporate affairs, stakeholder engagement and government relations in complex infrastructure or public-sector environments.
You will bring:

• Experience leading engagement across major infrastructure, energy or government-aligned projects;

• Strong capability working with Government, community, media and regional stakeholders;

• Experience managing high-profile or sensitive environments;

• Ability to lead teams and influence across complex stakeholder landscapes; and

• Experience within a GOC or similar public-sector aligned environment will be highly regarded.

Location

Brisbane or Townsville

How to Apply   
  
For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact details for Erica Brush at u&u on 07 3232 9129 quoting reference number 45081.    
  
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