Manager - Employee Communication

• Deliver strategies supporting Origin's natural gas business priorities. 
• Drive engagement with clear, consistent employee communications. 
• Permanent position | Brisbane CBD based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role 

Join Origin’s high-performing Corporate Affairs team, and support the company’s ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions and deliver good outcomes our customers, communities, planet and people. As Manager – Employee Communication for our natural gas business (Integrated Gas), based in Origin’s Brisbane office, you will lead the design and delivery of employee communication strategies and programs to support Origin’s natural gas portfolio. You will work closely with the leadership of the gas business (including Australia Pacific LNG) to create clear and engaging content, utilising a range of communication channels and events. You will bring a best practice communication skillset to help maximise engagement, reach and impact. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic communication advice to senior leaders of Origin’s natural gas business, and craft a range of content for leaders and to support employee events. 

• Devise communication plans that align with Origin’s strategy, priorities, and values.  

• Build understanding among our people of Origin’s gas business and assets, and the important role of natural gas in the energy transition. 

• Create clear, engaging, and informative content for various communication channels. 

• Maximise engagement, reach and impact of communication, demonstrated through effective measurement tools. 

• Utilise data and insights to continually optimise strategy, tactics and channels to help reach both office-based and field teams, effectively.  

What will you bring?  

You will have a passion for strategic communication, and a track record of creating and implementing communication activities that support the goals and priorities of a large, complex organisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: 

• Outstanding written, verbal and audio-visual communication skills and demonstrated ability to create inspiring, engaging and motivating content. 

• A degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, or other relevant qualification. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to form strong relationships, and influence, at all levels of an organisation. 

• Strong organisation and time management skills, with ability to manage competing priorities. 

• A focus on continuous improvement, able to identify and implement new and better ways of doing things. 

• Proven leader and team player, who can adapt swiftly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Skilled in graphic design and video editing (e.g., Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) and managing digital channels (e.g., Workplace or Yammer). 

• Experience in the energy sector and utilities is a plus. 

So why join us? 

• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and performance-based reviews.  

• Flexible work arrangements. 

• Access discounted employee benefits on electricity, gas, and broadband services. 

• Explore attractive Electric Vehicle subscriptions, with no lock in contracts. 

• Enjoy a central CBD location. 

• A high performing and high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work. 

• A purpose-led and values-driven organisation seeking to deliver good outcomes for our customers, communities, the planet, and our people. 

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.