Internal Communications Officer

Band 5, $77,289 - $95,592 + super + monthly day off Play a central role in driving positive cultural change across a values‑driven organisation. Join a collaborative Communications and Engagement team that thrives on creativity and continuous improvement. Work in a supportive environment where your ideas and storytelling can truly influence employee experience. Contribute to meaningful community outcomes while promoting the outstanding work happening across the organisation. Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  About the opportunity – Join a team where your creativity and storytelling passion can make a genuine impact. As our Internal Communication Officer, you’ll bring people together through inspiring content that connects employees to our values, purpose and community outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and enhance the culture of a growing organisation while championing the great work happening across CardiniaYou will make an impact by Designing imaginative internal communication plans and campaigns that motivate and inform employees. Producing engaging monthly newsletters, videos and digital content that celebrate our people and initiatives. Partnering across the organisation to uncover meaningful stories that support culture, connection and change. Providing advice on communication tools, channels and best‑practice approaches. Capturing and creating compelling written, photographic and video content at internal and external events. What you will bring Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a creative flair and a natural storytelling ability. Experience producing communication materials across multiple mediums (writing, video, photography, digital platforms). Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with people at all levels. Proven capability in planning, delivering and evaluating communication campaigns—internal or external. Sound judgement, decision‑making skills and the ability to handle enquiries diplomatically and confidentially. Proficiency with communication tools such as intranet systems, email marketing platforms and digital content systems. Relevant tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) in communications, media, public relations or a related field. A current Victorian Driver’s Licence. Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model.  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply    Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 6th February 2026  For further information regarding the role please Tracey Varley, Manager Communications and Engagement on 0409 265 642 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.    AUD Officer 3809

Internal Communications Officer

  • Band 5, $77,289 - $95,592 + super + monthly day off 
  • Play a central role in driving positive cultural change across a values‑driven organisation. 
  • Join a collaborative Communications and Engagement team that thrives on creativity and continuous improvement. 
  • Work in a supportive environment where your ideas and storytelling can truly influence employee experience. 
  • Contribute to meaningful community outcomes while promoting the outstanding work happening across the organisation. 

Together, Different Future  

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  

About the opportunity – Join a team where your creativity and storytelling passion can make a genuine impact. As our Internal Communication Officer, you’ll bring people together through inspiring content that connects employees to our values, purpose and community outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and enhance the culture of a growing organisation while championing the great work happening across Cardinia

You will make an impact by 

  • Designing imaginative internal communication plans and campaigns that motivate and inform employees. 
  • Producing engaging monthly newsletters, videos and digital content that celebrate our people and initiatives. 
  • Partnering across the organisation to uncover meaningful stories that support culture, connection and change. 
  • Providing advice on communication tools, channels and best‑practice approaches. 
  • Capturing and creating compelling written, photographic and video content at internal and external events. 

What you will bring 

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a creative flair and a natural storytelling ability. 
  • Experience producing communication materials across multiple mediums (writing, video, photography, digital platforms). 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with people at all levels. 
  • Proven capability in planning, delivering and evaluating communication campaigns—internal or external. 
  • Sound judgement, decision‑making skills and the ability to handle enquiries diplomatically and confidentially. 
  • Proficiency with communication tools such as intranet systems, email marketing platforms and digital content systems. 
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) in communications, media, public relations or a related field. 
  • A current Victorian Driver’s Licence. 

Why work with us  

  • Activity based and hybrid work model.  
  • Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  
  • A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  
  • A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
  • Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  

To apply  

  

  • Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  
  • Applications close, 6th February 2026  
  • For further information regarding the role please Tracey Varley, Manager Communications and Engagement on 0409 265 642 or refer to the position description.  

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. 

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.  

 

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