Principal Communications

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT WORSLEY

Are you an experienced communications professional who loves the South West? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails, magnificent jarrah forests and the food and wine heartland of the South-West and Peel Regions of Western Australia.

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future and is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our 1500+ workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Competitive salaries including Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose.
• Participation in the Employee Share Plan
• Flexible working arrangements and industry leading parental leave and family care policy

 ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a Permanent position on a 9-day fortnight roster, DIDO to our Worsley Alumina Refinery, and our Boddington mine site.   

As the Principal Communications, you will use broad industry experience to design, and execute communications activities that enhance Worsley Alumina’s reputation within its communities of influence while supporting high levels of engagement between the site leadership team and employees.  

The role will involve:

• Designing innovative and engaging communication tools that foster a culture aligned to South32’s values.
• Execute internal and external communications activities to support effective engagement with employees and local communities.
• Working with the Vice President Operations and Worsley Leadership Team to develop a narrative that ties together the important operational initiatives in the Worsley Alumina Medium Term Plan.
• Fostering relationships with local media to proactively share Worsley’s contribution to the South West and Peel Regions.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Leading the communications to embed a safety leadership culture that guarantees our people go home safe and well every shift.
• Develop and implement the Worsley Alumina communications strategy, inclusive of internal communications, external communications, community investment, stakeholder engagement, government engagement and liaison with relevant industry bodies/associations.
• Maintain oversight of communications activities across all operational locations including the Port (Bunbury), Refinery (Collie) and Mine (Boddington).
• Proactively engage with local media on positive press items and support group-wide website, social media, intranet, newsletter and sustainability reporting requirements.

 ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:  

• Senior experience Corporate Affairs / Communications or related discipline.
• Event management experience preferred.
• Accomplished & persuasive written & verbal communication skills - the ability to simplify complex, technical information for a range of audiences.
• Ability to manage timely media and communications deliverables.
• Fostering relationships with local community members to proactively share Worsley’s contribution to the South West and Peel Regions.

Qualifications for this position are:  

• Qualification in Communications, Public Relations or a related field

 South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

The job advert will close on 9th July 2024.