Senior - Community Relations Advisor
- Build trusted community connections while shaping a positive local impact.
- Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
- Lead meaningful engagement that strengthens community and company success
Senior - Community Relations Advisor
GFM, HSEC
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 42308
Mount Isa Mines is one of the oldest, largest and most complex mining operations in Australia, located in Mount Isa, Queensland. Employing over 4,000 people, Mount Isa Mines is now looking for new members to join the team.
Mount Isa Mines
Mount Isa Mines is one of the world's largest mining complexes. We operate two mining and processing streams, copper and zinc-lead-silver, to deliver natural resources of enduring value in modern society.
At Mount Isa Mines, we believe in our people. We cultivate an environment of professionalism, ownership, and innovation while prioritizing safety and well-being. Our employee rewards program, market-leading superannuation, and commitment to professional development set us apart. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au
Your Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration with 13% superannuation (Staff role)
- Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers, and salary sacrifice options
- Employee Referral, Recognition & Reward programs
- Leadership development programs, Ambassador Programs and unrivalled career pathways
- The lifestyle advantage of a residential role in Mount Isa
About the role
Reporting to the Superintendent – Environment & Community, the Lead – Community Relations Advisor is responsible for leading the Community Relations function to manage reputational risks and strengthen Glencore’s social licence to operate. The role focuses on delivering effective stakeholder engagement, coordinating corporate social investment programs, and developing high quality communication strategies that support positive community outcomes. In this position, you will lead a small team while partnering closely with internal stakeholders, external community groups and corporate affairs to ensure consistent, transparent and proactive communication practices.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Community Relations team, providing guidance, support and performance oversight.
- Deliver stakeholder engagement activities aligned to site engagement plans.
- Coordinate and manage Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programs and community partnerships.
- Develop and approve external communications including newsletters, reports and digital content.
- Manage community feedback, media enquiries and support issue and crisis communications.
- Identify and manage community and reputational risks, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Experience required
You will bring strong experience in community relations, stakeholder engagement and communications within a complex environment. Your background will demonstrate the ability to manage reputational risk, deliver meaningful engagement outcomes and lead communication initiatives that align with broader business objectives. You will be confident working across diverse stakeholder groups, including community members, internal leaders and external partners, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high quality outputs.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Tertiary qualification in communications, public relations or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience in community relations and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong understanding of reputational risk management and mitigation strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including content development.
- Experience managing digital communications, websites and social media platforms.
- Proven leadership capability with a focus on developing and supporting team members.
- High attention to detail with the ability to deliver quality outputs under pressure.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels.
At Glencore, our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our values guide everything we do. Safety is our first priority — we never compromise on it. We act with Integrity, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s challenging. We take Responsibility for our actions and strive to make a positive impact. Through Openness, we communicate honestly and encourage meaningful dialogue. We embrace Simplicity, focusing on what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary complexity. And with Entrepreneurialism, we welcome new ideas and continuously seek better, safer and more efficient ways of working.
If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a team that is committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey at Mount Isa Mines. Don’t just take a job, secure a career and help build the future of our region. Apply today.
Applications Close: Midnight 2nd of July