About North East Link 

The Spark Consortium has been selected to deliver the Central Package of the North East Link Project - Victoria's biggest road project.

The Spark Consortium’s Design and Construction Contractor - which comprises Webuild, CPB Contractors, GS Engineering and Construction and China Construction Oceania - will deliver the twin three-lane tunnels and key interchanges for the project.

The Central Package will be delivered as a Public Private Partnership and provides three-lane twin tunnels that will close the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network from the M80 Ring Road to an upgraded Eastern Freeway, reducing journey times and diverting heavy vehicles away from local roads. Up to 135,000 vehicles will use North East Link every day, reducing congestion in the north-east while maintaining local roads.

About the role:

We are seeking a Communications Coordinator to join our Communications team, and contribute to the Spark North East Link project by providing comprehensive knowledge and support on communications, community relations and stakeholder relations. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the team supplier list, and research new suppliers as needs arise. 
• Undertake any other administrative or support duties as identified. 
• Work with the Communications Team to prepare communication materials, work notifications, fact sheets, publications, presentations and display materials to support the Construction Community and Communications Engagement Plan 
• Coordinate photography and videography shoots
• Assist with planning and execution of internal events
• Work in conjunction with the Communications Team to coordinate approval of communication materials through Project Co 
• Undertake any other administrative or support duties as identified.
• Assist the Stakeholder and Communications Director in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports – collating and drafting content as required 

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree qualified, qualifications or experience in Community & Stakeholders function  
• Experience in the construction industry highly regarded 
• Strong personal organisation skills   
• Flexible, able to work under pressure and to deadlines  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills  
• Strong team focus 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Staff events
• Generous parental leave
• Strong culture charter
• Opportunity to work on a landmark infrastructure project
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to register your interest and please also subscribe to ‘Job Alerts’ to be notified of upcoming opportunities with SPARK.

SPARK is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and actively seeks to remove barriers people may face in gaining a successful position on the North East Link Central Package. We value diversity, inclusion and equity through providing a working environment where all employees feel included, valued, and free to bring their different skills, experiences and perspectives.