Senior Stakeholder Engagement Advisor / Stakeholder Engagement Advisor - Octopus Australia

Octopus Investments Australia

The Role

Overview

Implement and support stakeholder engagement for renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • stakeholder database
  • crisis communications
  • communication plans
  • community funding
  • engagement strategy
  • stakeholder engagement

Tasks

You will be assisting the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies for Octopus Australia’s existing renewable energy assets and new projects. Our current portfolio consists of a mixture of early-stage developments through to operating assets. The role will work closely with Octopus Australia’s Development, Construction and Assets teams to support the successful delivery of projects. -Coordinate and attend key stakeholder engagement activities such as community consultation sessions, local events and provide sponsorship representation -Assist in the implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies to support Octopus Australia’s renewable energy assets and new projects. This includes a diverse portfolio of projects across development, construction and operational phases -Lead engagement activities that promote Octopus Australia as a trustworthy, credible, and responsible partner -Administering and maintaining stakeholder databases -Provide crisis communications and media relations support as required -Deliver communication plans to support Asset, Construction and Development project leads -Build trusting relationships and grow Octopus Australia’s social licence to operate in the communities we have a presence -Work with the Stakeholder Engagement Manager to manage community funding programs to deliver meaningful benefits to the communities in which Octopus Australia operates

Requirements

  • renewable energy
  • infrastructure
  • stakeholder engagement
  • communication
  • travel
  • eligibility

What You Bring

-Willingness to travel domestically to deliver on engagement strategies and plans as required. -Eligibility to work in Australia. -Previous experience in a similar position working in the renewable energy sector is preferred. Experience in large scale infrastructure projects such as electricity transmission or oil and gas will be well regarded. -Experience of using a variety of communication channels to appropriately communicate with the target group. -Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and deliver results across Octopus Australia’s project portfolio. -Experienced in implementing stakeholder engagement activities for a diverse set of stakeholders. -Excellent written and verbal communications skills. -Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong relationships across a diverse range stakeholders -Demonstrated experience in planning and managing project events.

Benefits

Just as important as what you achieve in this role, is how you perform the role. Be ready for a dynamic work environment, with a start-up mindset. You’ll be encouraged and supported to be bold in your thinking whilst being a helpful colleague to those around you. -Ongoing learning and career development opportunities -✈️ Extra Annual Leave entitlement -💰 A competitive salary package including bonus and medical insurance benefits -🏡 Flexible working

The Company

About Octopus Investments Australia

-It manages over A$11 billion in clean energy assets. -The Darlington Point Solar Farm is a 333 MW project. -It includes hybrid sites like Fulham (solar+battery). -Its funds target long-term returns via power-purchase contracts. -They deliver expertise in engineering and asset management across states. -Projects combine solar, wind, and storage to power hundreds of thousands of homes.

Sector Specialisms

Renewable Energy

Solar

Wind

Battery Storage

Healthcare

Property

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