Communications Lead

ABOUT NYRSTAR

Nyrstar is an international producer of critical minerals and metals essential for a low carbon future. With a market leading position in zinc and lead, Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the United States and Australia and employs approximately 4,000 people. Its Corporate Office is based in Budel-Dorplein, the Netherlands.

Nyrstar Hobart is a large-scale zinc smelter located on Hobart's River Derwent, only a few kilometres from the Tasmanian capital's charming and cosmopolitan city centre.

This is a rare opportunity to work on site in the resources industry, in a capital city location. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Communications Lead drives high quality communications to enhance and protect our national and local brand. As part of a global company that produces resources critical for the modern world, Nyrstar Australia – across its two sites at Hobart and Port Pirie – has an important story to tell about what it is does now and how it is positioned for the future.

This role will drive this important story across our platforms – internally within our business and to key external audiences. With the ability to both think strategically and deliver on the ground, this role is suited to a talented communications professional who can work autonomously and as part of a small but experienced Corporate Affairs team of professionals nationally. With responsibility for delivering internal communications, this role will maintain connection with the site and employees to ensure important stories are being captured and shared through a variety of platforms.

ABOUT YOU:

You will ideally have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• 5+ years’ experience in communications or similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as journalism, public relations, business or related disciplines
• Extensive experience in content development for various channels, including newsletter writing, corporate reporting, and website and social media.
• Understanding of integrating communications messaging into creative campaigns and design-led communications
• The ability to quickly gain trust and to build lasting mutually beneficial relationships.
• Communication skills that enable you to connect at all levels of the organisation, adapting your approach and style as necessary for the particular audience
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational, time management and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to think creatively.

WHAT WE OFFER

A career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focussed on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values: Respect, Ownership, Excellence, Teamwork and Integrity.

• Competitive salary package
• Career development pathways – our diverse and challenging work environment will present you with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance your skills
• Salary sacrifice for superannuation and novated car leasing
• Annual incentive bonus
• Discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Employee assistance program – that’s free for the family

APPLICATIONS

Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are central to who we are and how we operate. We value employees from all backgrounds, and we rely upon diversity in order to inspire a culture of integrity, respect and innovation to drive our business, enhance our competitiveness and serve our customers across the world.

Nyrstar Hobart has a strict RPE ‘Clean Shave' Policy. Most facial hair is not permitted on site. Regular health screening, including blood tests, is part of our commitment to keeping our workforce safe and a condition of employment.

Nyrstar is committed to creating a healthy and safe work environment and building a culture that inspires their employees to work respectfully together as a team. When you join Nyrstar you can expect to find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none! From technical training to leadership programs, we work with employees to develop their skills and reach their full potential.

For more information on Nyrstar, please visit www.nyrstar.com