Media and Communications Officer
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Job Description
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA)Your chance to work with the best!
Cross River Rail will transform the way we travel to from and through Brisbane in the future. It is a catalyst for wider rail transformation underway across the South East Queensland and it is already playing a key role in how we prepare for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Cross River Rail is a new 10.2km rail line including 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD with four new underground stations at Boggo Road Woolloongabba Albert Street and Roma Street. The Cross River Rail Delivery Authority is also tasked with multiple supporting projects and activities including accessibility rebuilds for eight surface stations construction of three new stations on the Gold Coast upgrades for stabling yards track works and surface rail enhancements and the introduction of a new worldclass digital train signalling system.
This is a onceinalifetime opportunity to contribute to regionshaping infrastructure projects and to be a part of something that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
About the Role
As a Media and Communications Officer you will provide timely and accurate communications and logistics support to protect and enhance the Delivery Authoritys reputation and help build and maintain social licence for Cross River Rail and supporting projects.
The successful applicant will be working from our modern corporate office conveniently located in Brisbanes CBD. This opportunity will be offered until December 2026 with possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and edit written materials including media releases Q&As and newsletters.
- Assist in delivering media announcements internal events and site tours.
- Monitor and evaluate media coverage to support communication strategies.
- Build relationships with internal experts and external stakeholders.
- Provide support across wider Strategic and Communications team as required.
- Assist with financial administration tasks.
About You:
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to deliver concise content.
- Understanding of Brisbane and SEQs media landscape.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.
- Proven stakeholder engagement skills.
- Bachelors degree in journalism communications PR or related fields.
- Video filming and production skills desirable.
- Experience in government construction or infrastructure is desirable
Additional Information
- Some work outside of normal business hours including early starts or late nights on weekends and public holidays will be required. A flexible roster will be negotiated in these instances.
Why work with CRRDA
As part of the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority you will not only work with the best but become your best. And as we enter a new phase of delivery our projects offer a rare career opportunity for top tier professionals to have played their part on something that is genuinely city shaping and transformative.
Our people are supported with flexible work options career development through the Australian Institute of Management salary packaging and access to world class employee assistance provider Telus Health.
At the Delivery Authority we are an equal opportunity employer and strive to build balanced teams from all walks of life.
How To Apply
Please submit your Resume by clicking on the apply link before the closing date of 23 March 2025.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all Cross River Rail Delivery Authority vacancies.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
