Internal Communications Partner

Our Business

Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow.
Our talented workforce of over 920 employees keeps Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day.
We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, and centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.
Over the coming 5 years we’re investing $1.9 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more.

The Role

Support the delivery of clear, consistent and engaging internal communications that inform, inspire and connect our people. This role plays a key part in building trust across the organisation, reinforcing our strategic direction, and creating a culture where employees feel confident, empowered and aligned to our goals. Working closely with leaders and stakeholders, you will help translate complex information into meaningful messages that drive understanding, engagement and action.

• Lead the planning, development and delivery of TasWater’s weekly staff newsletter, fortnightly email to people leaders and all staff emails
  
• Partner with teams across the business to plan and deliver effective internal communication initiatives
  
• Support the rollout of strategic priorities, ensuring messaging is consistent and aligned
  
• Provide communications advice and guidance to internal teams and leaders, helping them shape messages, plan communications activities and select appropriate channels.
  
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement

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What we're looking for

We’re seeking a proactive and creative communications professional who can connect with people at all levels of the organisation. You bring a strong ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages and are passionate about creating meaningful employee experiences. With a collaborative mindset, you build trusted relationships and work effectively across teams to deliver impactful communication outcomes. You are organised, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Formal vocational or tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, journalism, or equivalent demonstrated experience
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
  
• Well-developed digital communication skills, including experience with intranet platforms, content management systems and collaboration tools
  
• Proven organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Why TasWater

Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join a company that offers career development pathways, training courses, and access to subject matter experts.
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do.
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Visit the Work180 website to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team.

The Details

This role can be based in either Hobart, Launceston, or Devonport and attracts a salary of $96,694 - $102,066 (inclusive of superannuation), negotiable dependent on experience.

Please note this role is a max term contract ending in June 2027

Ready to apply? Simply include a CV/resume and a 1-2 page cover letter telling us how your experience matches "What we are looking for" and how you connect to our TasWater values and vision.

If you want to learn more about this role please contact Jessica Sargent - Strategic Communications Manager at jessica.sargent@taswater.com.au

If you require assistance in applying, please contact Ash Reid – Talent Acquisition Partner via email at ashley.reid@taswater.com.au or call 0455 5180 51

Our applications will be closing on Wednesday 15th April at 10:00AM

Please note: To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the right to work in Australia. As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to participate in pre-employment checks relevant to the role. These may include a National Police Check or AusCheck, with any offer of employment subject to satisfactory outcomes.