About Us
Australian Energy Producers is the peak body of the explorers, developers and producers of essential energy — oil, gas and lower-emission fuels.
Our organisation represents the businesses that are ensuring energy security and delivering substantial economic benefits to Australia while helping produce cleaner energy.
Australian Energy Producers has a long and proud history of advocating for the oil and gas industry since 1959, highlighting the immense contribution of the sector to the Australian economy and to our energy security.
Our industry is a critical partner in delivering the new net zero economy and has an important and long-term role in enabling the transformation of the energy system.
Representing more than 95 per cent of oil and gas production in Australia, Australian Energy Producers works collaboratively with industry, the community and Australia’s national, state and territory governments to ensure the country’s regulatory and commercial framework enables a positive, sustainable, and competitive operating environment for the industry.
About The Role
Working with the Director Media and Communication, the Senior Media Advisor will develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies that enhance Australian Energy Producers’ reputation and effectively communicate key messages to stakeholders.
This role contributes to the development and delivery of integrated communication and campaign strategies, supporting Australian Energy Producers’ advocacy for, and protection and promotion of, the oil and gas industry.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Developing and executing media plans aligned with the organisation's strategic priorities.
- Contributing to issues management and crisis communication planning and readiness.
- Managing and delivering Australian Energy Producers’ media releases, responses and opinion editorials in collaboration with organisation leaders.
- Managing and delivering Australian Energy Producers’ trade media responses and article contributions.
- Acting as a contact for media including out-of-hours and on weekends.
- Managing media interviews and press conferences.
- Managing and distributing Australian Energy Producers’ daily media summaries, reports, transcripts, and clips.
- Monitoring and measuring the impact of media strategies, providing regular reports on key performance indicators.
- Contributing to the delivery of corporate communications including speeches, presentations, publications, campaigns and other content.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, public relations, or related discipline.
- Experience in media relations and corporate communication, preferably in the oil and gas, energy, or resources sectors.
- Proven track record of successfully managing media campaigns and securing positive media coverage.
- Demonstrated experience in crafting media communications and working directly with the media to deliver organisation communications.
- Strong understanding of the oil and gas industry, with the ability to translate complex technical information into accessible and engaging content.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage high-volume programs of work with multiple stakeholders and across different audiences.
We welcome your application in the form of a cover letter highlighting your experience and interest along with a detailed CV.
For enquiries, please contact ***********@bespokeservices.com.au
Note:
1. Applications will be reviewed regularly so we encourage you not to delay your application.
2. The preferred applicant will be required to complete employment verification checks, including a national police check before progressing to any offer of employment.