Community Place Manager

Job Description

In the New England region, the energy transition is not just about infrastructure it's about people. Transgrid is seeking a dedicated and community-driven Community Place Manager for a two-year fixed term contract to serve as the trusted on ground connection between our energy infrastructure project and the communities it supports.

This is more than an engagement role. It is an opportunity to protect and strengthen Transgrid's social licence to operate by ensuring local voices are heard, respected, and reflected in how projects are delivered.

Be the Trusted Link Between Project and Community

Reporting to the Community Engagement and Investment Manager, you will act as the primary contact point for landowners and community members across the New England region.

Your local insight and relationship-building expertise will be central to:

• Conducting face-to-face consultation with landholders and community members
• Discussing project objectives clearly and transparently
• Negotiating and facilitating land access arrangements and consents
• Coordinating closely with property, environmental, and project SME teams
• Ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent communication with stakeholders

Where others see complexity, you build clarity. Where there are concerns, you create constructive dialogue.

Drive Engagement That Builds Long-Term Value

This role demands leadership in community engagement strategy and delivery. You will:

• Design and facilitate engagement activities including meetings, forums, briefings, workshops, and information sessions in line with IAP2 standards
• Develop and implement Community and Stakeholder Engagement Plans aligned with Transgrid's Community Engagement Framework
• Identify potential community risks and opportunities and implement proactive mitigation strategies
• Manage complaints and enquiries processes, including escalations and approvals
• Create high-quality communication materials to support engagement initiatives

You will also identify and help shape community benefit and legacy projects that align with local priorities - ensuring the project leaves a positive and lasting contribution to the region.

The Experience You Bring

You are an experienced community engagement professional who thrives in complex infrastructure environments and understands the sensitivities of land access and regional stakeholder management.

You bring:

• Proven experience in community engagement for major construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong on-ground engagement capability with landowners and community groups
• Experience negotiating land access arrangements
• Demonstrated ability to manage field teams, contractors, and resources
• Expertise in resolving complaints and managing sensitive issues
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills
• Experience using stakeholder databases and producing engagement reports
• The ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under tight deadlines
• A current Australian driver's licence

Why This Role Matters

Transmission infrastructure is essential to Australia's clean energy transition - but its success depends on community trust. This role ensures that engagement is genuine, responsive, and aligned with local values.

If you are motivated by meaningful regional impact, skilled at building trusted relationships, and passionate about delivering projects with community at the centre - this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference.

Why Join Transgrid

This is more than a compliance role it's an opportunity to influence sustainable infrastructure delivery while protecting biodiversity. Join a collaborative, high-performing team and make a tangible impact on Australia's energy future.

Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more!

Join us in shaping the future of Australia's energy network. Apply today and be a key part of the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas

We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.