Employee Communications Lead - Ig, Safety & Community

• Bring energy and creativity to communications and help to create a great place to work 
• Join a passionate, supportive, valued, and high performing team 
• Brisbane based

Working for us

At Origin we have a strong purpose and values that challenge us to find the answers to the big energy questions. Every person that works with us helps us reach that goal. If you bring good energy to Origin, you’ll get it in return. A challenging career. An exciting industry. And the support to grow and explore your potential.

THE ROLE

The Employee Communication function sits within the Corporate Affairs team at Origin and is responsible for Origin-wide employee communication. Reporting to the Senior Employee Communication Manager – IG, Safety and Community, the Employee Communication Lead (IG, Safety & Community) will support the execution of communication plans for the Integrated Gas business, Origin-wide health and safety communication and community initiatives.

A key focus of the role will be supporting the Employee Communications team to manage key digital channels, develop ideas to enhance the way we share stories internally, and deploy engaging content across our employee platforms and channels. They will work closely with key business stakeholders to produce written and digital content that engages employees. They will also support a number of employee events and campaigns across state-based sites.

In this role, the successful candidate will also:

• Support the development and execution of IG, Safety and Community Employee Communication plans
• Support communication planning for key internal campaigns and employee events, support hybrid and remote working.
• Develop regular written, digital, multimedia and mixed media content to share news and information, and engage employees through our core internal communication channels
• Support hybrid employee events with technical and content support to increase employee engagement
• Work closely with the business to ensure employee engagement with Origin sponsorships and local events and increase awareness of Origin’s contribution to local communities
• Lead the creative execution of key communication activities in the IG and Community Plan. This includes development of videos, animations, artwork assets and collateral.

IS THIS YOU?

We’re seeking a candidate who is passionate about employee communication, works well as part of a team and enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You’ll have proven skills in managing multiple priorities and successfully implementing a diverse range of communication programs and activities. You live and breathe all things communication and love the idea of building your skills with opportunities for end to end communication program ownership.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have great writing skills, love developing content and campaigns for diverse audiences, excellent stakeholder management skills, a proven track record of multi-tasking, and be confident and proactive in your approach. You will ideally have Graduate or Post-Graduate qualifications in Communication, Multimedia or Digital Marketing. You will have the ability to travel and attend work sites as required.

Through the work you have undertaken, you will be able to demonstrate:

• 2 + years’ experience in digital content development, including graphics and animations
• Expertise across social media channels
• Experience in producing and supporting hybrid (in person and digital) events
• Experience in shooting and editing video content, develop multimedia and mixed media content
• Strong written skills with the ability to engage and tell a compelling story.
• Experience developing content that will inspire, motivate, and increase employee engagement across the business.
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to multitask and deliver to tight deadlines while managing conflicting priorities.
• Ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and partner with wider business teams to deliver results.
• Qualifications in communication, multimedia or digital marketing (graduates would be considered)

It would be advantageous if you could show:

• Experience with video editing and basic graphic design.
• Experience with digital channel management (such as Workplace or Yammer) and video production.
• Experience with Microsoft Teams Live event or similar
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva and Creative Cloud.
• Experience in implementing communication strategy to an internal audience.

Origin – Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating collective change. We’re creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces for everyone because the more perspectives we have, in a place where everyone can belong, the better we can tackle our challenges together. We are united, yet unique. So, even if you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d love to hear from you if you think you’d be a great fit, have transferable skills, and an appetite to learn.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating collective change. We’re creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces for everyone because the more perspectives we have, in a place where everyone can belong, the better we can tackle our challenges together. We are united, yet unique. 

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans, and gender diverse.

If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

A great team to join

It's an exciting time to join Origin. Together we’re powering a cleaner, smarter energy future for Australia and beyond, always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people. Origin’s Corporate Affairs team plays a key role in telling the Origin story, protecting our reputation and building positive relationships with our stakeholders.  To help us, we’re looking for people who are excited by the challenge of telling this energy story.

Origin. Good energy

At Origin, our focus is on getting energy right for our customers, communities, and planet. Because we know it’s up to us to shape the future of energy.  Today, we serve more than 4.2 million customers, are one of the most significant energy producers in the country and listed in the ASX Top 50 companies.
 

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

Here's a little about what makes us, us: www.careers.originenergy.com.au