Apa Group
Owns and operates Australia’s largest natural gas transmission and electricity infrastructure network.
2 days ago
Entry-level
Internship
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,740 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
strategy development
content creation
messaging coaching
governance alignment
communication systems
effectiveness monitoring
The position involves partnering with Executive Leadership Team members and divisional General Managers to develop communication strategies aligned with business, cultural, and change objectives. You will produce high‑quality materials and events such as executive emails, Town Halls, frontline updates, Empower articles, and Viva Engage content, while providing strategic advice and coaching to senior leaders on messaging, tone, change communications, and issues or crisis management.
A key part of the role is to ensure divisional communications are planned, integrated, and aligned with the enterprise‑wide communication strategy, governance, and reporting frameworks. You will establish and maintain communication systems and processes that enable timely and consistent employee messaging, and continuously monitor effectiveness to identify improvement opportunities.
- Partner with executive leaders to develop divisional communication strategies.
- Create and deliver executive emails, Town Halls, frontline updates, Empower articles, and Viva Engage content.
- Provide strategic communications advice and coaching on messaging, tone, change, and crisis management.
- Align divisional communications with enterprise‑wide strategy and governance.
- Maintain communication systems for timely, consistent employee messaging.
- Monitor communication effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
internal comm
senior advisory
storytelling
stakeholder eng
pressure mgmt
energy
The ideal candidate has proven experience in internal or corporate communications within a large, complex organization, preferably in the energy sector, and a strong track record of advising senior leaders. Excellent written and verbal skills, confident presentation abilities, and the capacity to translate technical information into engaging content are essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities, work calmly under pressure, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
APA is an equal‑opportunity employer and requires applicants to be eligible to work in Australia. Candidates will undergo background vetting, including police checks, before and during employment. The role closes on Sunday, 1 February 2026, and APA will contact successful candidates after the closing date.
- Proven experience in internal communications within large, complex organisations, preferably in energy.
- Strong advisory skills to senior leaders and ability to translate technical information.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities with storytelling expertise.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outputs under pressure.
- Collaborative stakeholder engagement and influence across diverse teams.
Benefits
Working at APA offers a safe and inclusive workplace with access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives. The company also provides an inclusive parental leave policy of 18 weeks (including superannuation) and is committed to fostering a diverse culture where every employee feels valued and trusted.
- Access to career development programs, competitive remuneration, benefits, flexible work, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Inclusive parental leave policy of 18 weeks including superannuation.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- candidates will undergo background vetting, including police checks, before and during employment.
Overview
AUD 1.725 Billion
2023 Revenue Figure
The company achieved AUD 1.725 billion in revenue in 2023, highlighting its strong position in gas infrastructure and energy assets.
2000
Year of Formation
The company was established in 2000 through a spin-off from Australian Gas Light, marking its beginnings as a major player in gas infrastructure.
2022
Strategic Acquisition
In 2022, the company acquired Basslink, significantly expanding its reach across Australia's east–west and north–south regions.
- It builds and runs major gas pipelines – Moomba–Sydney, Roma–Brisbane, SEAGas among others – stitching regions together.
- Its electricity arm links grids via Murraylink, Basslink and Directlink, powering cross‑boundary interconnections.
- Wind‑farm holdings like Emu Downs and Hallett, plus gas‑fired stations in Mount Isa, show its generation edge.
- Projects range from interstate pipeline networks to high‑voltage interconnectors and hybrid generation sites.
Culture + Values
- Our culture is one of safety, integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.
- We value collaboration, innovation, and performance excellence.
- We hold ourselves accountable and deliver on our commitments.
- We are committed to creating a work environment that promotes professional development and growth.
- Our team is diverse, inclusive, and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-Zero Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions through strategic initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
- Aims to reduce carbon footprint through renewable energy projects and infrastructure upgrades.
- Investing in energy efficiency and transitioning to low-carbon technologies.
- Implemented robust environmental management systems across operations.
- Tracks and reports greenhouse gas emissions to meet climate-related targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
30%
Women in Senior Management
Women currently hold 30% of senior management positions within the organization, reflecting progress toward gender diversity goals.
- Strives to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
- Has set goals to increase gender diversity, with initiatives to support women in leadership roles.
- Aims to ensure equal pay for equal work, with transparent remuneration practices.
- Actively supporting programs that encourage the recruitment and advancement of underrepresented groups in its workforce.