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Director, Strategic Communications
275 George Street, Brisbane
Join Queensland's independent resources safety and health regulator as we work to improve our use of communication and engagement as a key part of our regulatory toolkit.
As Director of Strategic Communications, you'll lead a multi-disciplinary communications team to develop strategic initiatives that support RSHQ's regulatory and organisational objectives, enhance its reputation and manage risk.
You'll be able to combine strong analytical and problem-solving capability with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to ensure efficient and effective delivery.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Marketing, PR & Communication |
| Classification | SO |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RSHQ697990 |
| Closing date | 02-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | 05-Oct-26 to 30-Apr-27 (Possibility of extension) |
| Contact person | Ian Quinn |
| Contact details | 0403 343 097 Access the National Relay Service |
Working from within the Regulatory Strategy division, in this role you will:
- Oversee and lead the performance and direction of a team of professional communications, media, web and creative specialists.
- Provide sound advice as a strategic business partner, on ensuring that messaging and communication initiatives align with strategic objectives and support driving improved safety outcomes in industry.
- Cultivate and maintain strong collaborative relationships across both internal and external stakeholders.
Essential / desirable requirements
- Appropriate tertiary and/or post-graduate qualifications are not mandatory but highly regarded. Relevant experience and demonstrated capability in leading strategic communications will also be considered.
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
- Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
- Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
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