Senior Communications Specialist (Pool)

Building the infrastructure that shapes Western Australia’s future.

The Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery (OMID) is responsible for planning, procurement, financing, and delivery of the State’s major infrastructure.  As the lead agency for social and non-residential infrastructure, OMID delivers high value (exceeding $100 million), highly complex or high-risk projects across the health, justice, cultural, sporting, emergency services, and primary industry sectors.  

It brings together the best of program and project management, procurement, contract management, finance, commercial, stakeholder engagement, communications, sustainability, and governance to ensure Western Australia’s infrastructure is built safely, sustainably and with maximum public benefit.

OMID delivers projects that make a real difference to every Western Australian with new hospitals, sports, culture and entertainment centres, transport upgrades and training, justice and research facilities.

OMID is a part of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), which is responsible for coordinating the State’s transport operations, leading strategic planning and policy development, and delivering safe and sustainable transport services as part of the wider Transport Portfolio.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to lead communications for the infrastructure projects that shape Western Australia’s future? 

We’re building a talent pool of Senior Communications Specialists to drive strategic project communications and engagement for major infrastructure initiatives across WA. As a Senior Communications Specialist, you will be the trusted advisor, understanding impacted community and crafting timely and accurate communication while managing stakeholder relationships, you will ensure transparency across complex, high-profile projects. 

You’ll combine agility with critical thinking to develop strategies and action plans to raise awareness of construction impacts and project benefits.  Consulting and working closely with project teams, you will develop content that resonates across multiple channels. From risk management to community engagement, your expertise will help keep stakeholders informed and connected.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of project communication strategies that align with OMID’s Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Frameworks.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leaders and project directors, working closely with project teams to identify communications.
• Produce high-quality written material for diverse audiences, including reports, presentations and Ministerials.  
• Manage complex engagement activities and diverse stakeholders across community and government.
• Support risk and issues management, including crisis communication when required. 

This is an opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic environment where your work will directly influence the success of major projects and the communities they serve. Read more on the exciting projects we’re delivering here.

There is currently 1x fixed term full-time position available for immediate appointment, until 30 June 2029, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next (twelve) 12 months from date of first appointment across DTMI.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Suzanne Browne, Executive Manager Strategic Communications and Engagement on **************@omid.wa.gov.au or (08) 9216 8***.

The Ideal Candidate

The panel will be assessing applicants against the following suitability requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge and skills in contemporary communications channels and methods, and the ability to keep current knowledge on emerging communication trends and use.
• Expert verbal and written communication skills, together with the ability to engage, liaise and influence a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Expert writing and editing skills with the ability to craft communications under pressure and provide effective strategic communications and stakeholder advice.
• Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to work closely with project directors, senior management, ministerial offices and across the media.
• Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly developed planning and Organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise competing demands.
• Ability to work effectively and autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to travel and work at different locations as required.
• Demonstrates alignment to DTMI’s values: Collaboration, Wellbeing, Adaptability and Accountability.

We believe everyone at DTMI is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Personal Leadership.

Our Offer

• A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
• Salary packaging options to lease a new car.
• Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.
• Employee assistance program with a range of services and support channels
• CBD office location close to public transport.
• Work on exciting and challenging projects that shape WA’s future infrastructure.
• Long term career development opportunities.

In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.

Applying is easy

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format: 

• A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experiences you have gained in relation to the JDF and selection criteria; and
• A maximum two (2) page covering letter outlining key achievements you have had during your career in context of JDF and Suitability Requirements.

Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.  

Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Monday, 31 August 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted. 

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants. 

Interviews will be scheduled in for the week commencing 7 September 2026.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance and must have valid working rights in Australia before commencing employment.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at ***********@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6***.