Communications Advisor

Communications Advisor 

• $113,198.00 per annum + 12% superannuation

• Full time, ongoing opportunity

• Wadawurrung / Geelong based role (hybrid – 3 days a week in office)

About the opportunity 

The Strategic Communications team works closely with WorkSafe business units and executive leaders to create engaging communications that support organisational objectives, projects and achievements.

As a Communications Advisor, you will use your strong writing skills to develop engaging material for WorkSafe staff and external stakeholders. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop communications content in a range of formats including digital posts and stories, videos, presentations, speeches and key messages, and provide communications advice and support.
• Work with change partners, program managers and project teams to develop communications plans, considering the needs of the project and the wider organisational context.
• Apply strong writing skills to develop and implement communications content that is easily understood and relevant to staff and stakeholders.
• Provides communications advice to the Manager, Strategic Communications to ensure timely and relevant communications are delivered in line with WorkSafe’s strategic objectives and operational requirements.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Strategic Communications team to plan, develop and implement communications strategies that support change.
• Work collaboratively across the business to ensure fully integrated communications processes and consistent messaging. 

Please ensure you review the Position Description here for additional information on accountabilities for this role. 

About you 

You are an experienced and adaptable communications professional who enjoys using communications to make a positive contribution to the organisation’s strategic goals. You are a team orientated person who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Additionally, you will possess the following skills and experience: 

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences. 

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate towards shared goals. 

• Strong planning, organisational and workflow management skills with excellent attention to detail. 

• Experience developing communication plans that balance competing stakeholder needs and business priorities. 

• Demonstrated experience working in a similar communications role. 

• Experience in change communications (desired).
• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline. 

Working with us 

At WorkSafe, our goal is for every employee to feel connected, safe, and valued within their team, for teams to feel appreciated in the workplace, and for WorkSafe to be respected in the community. 

We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals, including First Nations people, people with disabilities, those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and individuals of all sexualities and genders. 

What's next? 

Applications close 11:00pm Monday 7 September 2026. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives. 

Only applications submitted via the WorkSafe Careers website will be considered.

Preferred candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and/or other checks as required for the position as part of the recruitment process.

Eligibility for ongoing employment with WorkSafe Victoria requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

Due to the volume of applications received, individualised feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.

To ensure a fair and open recruitment process, we request that you complete your written application and any online interviews without the use of AI tools. We want to understand your professional skills, experience and capabilities. We acknowledge that candidates may choose to use AI as part of background research.

For further enquiries please contact Bianca Stojanovski via email bianca_stojanovski@worksafe.vic.gov.au