Job Description

AusNet – Expressions of Interest – Communications & Engagement

We bring the energy – through purpose and people -

Not just through the infrastructure we operate, but through the way we show up for each other, our customers’ and our communities. The future of energy is in our hands. Let’s shape it together.

We’re all about building an energy future to be proud of. Sound like a challenge you’ve been looking for?

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals who know how to build trust, shape clear messaging and engage confidently in complex project environments. This is an opportunity to be part of a major infrastructure project in Victoria, where communications and engagement will be central to how the project connects with communities, stakeholders, government and delivery partners. We are interested in hearing from people who can operate with credibility, sound judgement and a calm, practical approach in high-profile and fast-moving environments.

We’re interested in people at different levels of experience, particularly those who can bring relevant experience from large and complex infrastructure projects. We’re not hiring for this role just yet, but we’re keen to connect with strong talent and will be in touch as opportunities come up.

If this sounds aligned to your background, we would welcome your expression of interest, including your CV and a short note outlining your experience, location and availability.

What we’re looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Public Relations, Community & Stakeholder Engagement, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in communications, stakeholder engagement, community engagement, external affairs or related fields
• Experience in major infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, construction or other complex project environments
• Strong writing capability, including experience preparing stakeholder-facing materials, executive briefings, project communications or community content
• The ability to engage confidently with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
• Sound judgement, resilience and a practical, solutions-focused mindset
• Experience navigating high-impact, sensitive or community-facing issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high‑quality quantitative analysis and materials for senior management.

The AusNet experience is all about…

• Growing your impact We’ll support you to build your career through real opportunities and strong connections.
• Solving some of the most complex energy challenges of our timeWe love unpacking complex challenges in clever ways and looking at things differently.
• Being apart a team that cares deeply about each other: We share in the good times. We support in the tough times. And we’re humble through and through.

We’re committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We believe different perspectives are essential to our success, and we encourage all applicants to apply. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to discuss how we can support you.

AusNet. We bring the energy. Want to be part of it too? Apply now.