Communications and Engagement Officer

Location: Perth

Closing Date: 4:00pm, Wednesday 30 September 2026

Salary:  Level 5, $108,848 to $118,961 per annum + 12% superannuation Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024

Position Number: OP21

Work Type: One permanent position, suitable applicants may be appointed to other similar positions.

Come work for MyLeave and help connect workers and employers in the construction industry to services they need!

About us

MyLeave is a Western Australian statutory authority responsible for managing portable long service leave for around 150,000 construction workers. Our work plays a vital role in supporting workforce wellbeing and stability across Western Australia’s construction sector.

We support and value diversity and aspire to build a workforce that is representative of our community.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. People with a disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

About the role

This role is responsible for delivering MyLeave’s communication and stakeholder engagement activities, including developing content and publishing across a range of channels, and building and maintaining stakeholder relationships to promote awareness and understanding of MyLeave’s services. The role operates in a dynamic environment, requiring strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and the flexibility to respond to emerging and time sensitive communication needs.

About you

To be successful in the role: 

• You will learn about our legislation and policy to ensure communications are aligned with operational objectives.
• You will identify opportunities to build recognition of MyLeave over various platforms and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to the development of a communications framework and strategy.

Strengths which will help you in this role include resilience, confidence when communicating with internal and external stakeholders, being open to learning and the ability to respond calmly to deliver high-quality communications in a busy environment.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a comprehensive resume, including two professional referees, and in no more than two pages, a statement responding to the following questions:

1. What communication mediums (internal and external) have you worked with and what is your approach to ensuring your communication is of a high standard and meets the Accessibility and Inclusivity Standard.
2. What is your experience developing and maintaining stakeholder networks (internal and external) and evaluating stakeholder engagement activities. 
3. Explain your experience, balancing day-to-day activities with urgent priorities.

More helpful information about MyLeave and our values can be found by visiting About MyLeave. 

How we will assess your application

We will base our assessment of your application on:

• The job role requirements outlined in the attached position description.
• Your ability to communicate confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Your openness to learning.
• Your resilience and ability to remain calm in a busy environment.
• Your ability to deliver high-quality communication materials in that context.

Need further information

For further information about the job role, please contact Juanita Prestianni, General Manager Operations and Communications on 0434 140 422 or by email at J.Prestianni@myleave.wa.gov.au.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds

Applicants from diverse backgrounds may request accommodations during the process by contacting Jo Maltas, Principal Human Resources Consultant at humanresources@myleave.wa.gov.au.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant would like assistance with your application, please contact Aboriginal services | Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment it is essential to have Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. Please note, this is a position of trust, and you will be required to provide a current (no older than six months) National Police Certificate upon offer of employment. Please note, outcomes listed on National Police Certificate do not automatically preclude you from appointment. For clarification on this appointment condition, please contact Jo Maltas, Principal Human Resources Consultant at humanresources@myleave.wa.gov.au.