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Group Manager Government and Stakeholder Relations
John Holland
Develop and lead a business-wide government and customer engagement program to shape, protect and enhance John Holland’s reputation and support strategic and commercial objectives.
23d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Airports
Delivery of key rail services
Design & construction
Education & research
Future cities
Health
Justice & corrections
Mechanical & electrical
Sector Specialisms
Building
Infrastructure
Rail
Transport
Water
Property
Urban Renewal
Energy
Role
What you would be doing
policy development
government relations
strategic advice
advocacy and influence
customer engagement
stakeholder management
- Development and coordination of high quality and evidence-based policy papers and submissions to government and industry associations
- Provide political and customer insights and government relations support to business units, the pre-contracts process and tenders to support work winning
- Support enterprise-wide media, industry, customer strategy and crisis communications response with Executive leadership as required
- Advocate and influence government policy and decision-making regarding projects, procurement models and other key industry issues
- Develop and implement enterprise-wide customer engagement policies, standards and practices to enhance customer connectivity, drive repeat business and acquire new customers
- Work as a senior leader in the Customer & Corporate Affairs function within the Office of the Chief Executive on integrated stakeholder and communications strategies to enhance and protect John Holland's brand and reputation and support work winning and project delivery
- Work closely with business units to provide strategic advice and input from government policy and drivers to support key business strategies, bids and work winning targets
- Work closely with the General Manager, Strategy, providing insights and advice to help inform enterprise strategy development including identifying unmet and emerging government and customer needs
- Act as a key contact and conduit for industry associations to manage John Holland’s overall relationship with key stakeholders and influence the strategic agenda in the interests of John Holland
- Manage the development and delivery of customer research activities that generate actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making and enhance customer experience. Work collaboratively with senior leaders across the business to ensure insights are embedded in how the business engages with customers
- Act as a representative of John Holland to build John Holland's reputation within government and other customers as a high performing and trusted delivery partner
- Build and maintain effective relationships with government stakeholders on behalf of John Holland – including government ministers, ministerial staff & government departments to effectively position John Holland and support our commercial and strategic objectives
- Provide strategic advice and counsel to John Holland’s CEO and senior leaders to support engagement, advocacy and effective issues management with government and customers
- Analyse and understand the political environment and provide strategic advice to manage any potential impact on John Holland’s business, operations or reputation.
- Coordinate and prepare for CEO and ELT engagement with political stakeholders and key customers including meetings, industry events, briefings and boardroom lunches
What you bringBenefits
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Security clearance- yes, government policy and decision-making regarding projects, procurement models and other key industry issues
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year Established
The company has been a cornerstone of infrastructure and property development since its establishment.
- The company’s rich legacy includes major projects across transport, energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.
- Recognized for delivering complex and large-scale projects in Australia and internationally.
- Focus on collaboration and innovation to develop a strong reputation in the construction industry.
- Notable projects include the Melbourne Metro Tunnel, Sydney's WestConnex, and large-scale renewable energy initiatives.
- Combines expertise in civil engineering, building, and urban development to provide sustainable solutions.
- A key player in the government infrastructure space, contributing significantly to public projects.
- Caring: We think deeply about what we do and how it affects lives
- Empowering: We gain trust through action
- Imaginative: We push the boundaries
- Future‑focused: We’re in it for the long, long term
- Be yourself: bring your whole self to work and balance personal responsibilities
- Grow with us: active development program with opportunities on large projects
- Be rewarded: generous remuneration, parental leave, flexible working, wellbeing and relationship support
- Make an impact: invest in sustainability, social impact, Indigenous opportunity, and community support
A$1.5B funding
Sustainability-linked facility
Signed a sustainability‑linked bonding facility tied to KPIs including sustainable energy use and alternative fuels.
30% reduction
Portland cement use
Use of low-carbon concrete reduced Portland cement by 30%, saving 25,129 t CO₂‑e across projects.
100% GreenPower
Offices and tunnels
Rail Infrastructure Alliance offices powered entirely by GreenPower, and tunnels fuelled by biodiesel.
75% trained
Managers with mental health training
75% of managers completed Black Dog mental‑health training, targeting 95% completion.
- Published a Climate Policy and developing a pathway to Net Zero emissions aligned with Paris 1.5 °C goal
- Pilot and deploy renewable‑energy solutions on-site, including solar‑hybrid generators and solar‑fitted site caravans
- Committed to reducing GHG emissions, energy consumption and water use via supply‑chain partnerships and best‑practice materials
2022–2024
WGEA Employer of Choice
Recognised as a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice for Gender Equality over the years 2022–2024.
40/40/20
Gender Representation Target
Aim to achieve gender representation of 40% female, 40% male, and 20% non-binary across recruitment and development programs.
24.5%
Women in Workforce
Women account for 24.5% of the total workforce as of November 2023.
18 weeks
Paid Parental Leave
Provides 18 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 3 weeks for secondary carers, including superannuation.
- Inclusion Strategic Plan embedding inclusion, diversity and equity across daily work
- Employee resource groups: Pride, Celebrate Women, GROW, Ability @ John Holland
- Partnerships with Vets in Construction, Soldier On, CareerSeekers, ON TRACK for veterans, refugees, First Nations and youth inclusion
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