Communications Advisor

Be part of the department that works to protect support and develop NSW primary industries mining sector and regional communities.

• Temporary opportunity to December 2026 with possibility of extension
• Full-timerole at38hoursperweek
• Orange office location or on negotiation regional location encouraged / hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $113574.00 to $125720.00 super & leave loading

Local Land Services is currently seeking to appoint a Communications Advisor to join our Operational Strategy and Performance Team!

About the Role

The Communications Advisor will help shape the way we connect with our people and this dynamic role youll craft clear engaging messages that bring our statewide initiatives to life and drive effective internal communications to keep staff informed and inspired.

We are looking for an individual who can :

About You

To be successful in this role our ideal candidate will have the following :

Essential Requirements

For more information read the full Role Description : Communications Advisor

Who We Are

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is toprotect support and developour primary industries mining sector and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We havenearly 5000employees with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Why Work for Us

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team you will be able to :

We are a young agency but with that has come a personality that is dedicated passionate proactive influential and about having a crack.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application! All applications must besubmittedonline and should include your current resume (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for this position.

Applications close Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11 : 55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Romina Barbagallo Team Leader Communications via or on.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

What toExpectNext

Once yousubmityour applicationyoullreceive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted you may be invited to an interviewthis could be in person over the phone or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks such as a written assessmentpresentation assessmentskillstestor psychometric assessment.

Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may alsobe requiredto undergo a police check health assessment and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Diversityequityand inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyonehas the opportunity tothrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disabilityreligionand sexual orientation tosubmitan application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessiblewelcomingand free from barriers.

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process pleasecontact Mariam Barakat Business Partner Talent Advisoryon (please mention reference number 509104) or you can send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Looking for more information orassistancein applying

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslanderuseour Guide for Aboriginal Applicantstoassistwith applying for roles or contactour Aboriginal Economic Development Teamfor a yarn.

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Channel Marketing,Accounting Tally,CSS,Corporate Risk Management,Hibernate,Brokerage

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 113574 - 125720