Community Engagement Manager | Mon to Fri 38 hrs | Balcatta Support Centre
About the role
Do you have a passion for shaping and influencing company culture? If so, we want you to join our team!
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Community Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in building strong, respectful, and mutually beneficial relationships between Sodexo, our client, and the communities surrounding our remote operations.
This role is central to fostering community partnerships, supporting local employment and enterprise opportunities, and ensuring our operations create lasting social value. You will be a visible and trusted presence both on-site and within local communities—driving engagement initiatives, supporting events, and strengthening meaningful connections.
This position involves weekly travel to remote sites, with flexibility required to extend time onsite to support mobilisation and operational priorities.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with site teams, Elders, Traditional Owners, and local communities
Act as a key liaison between Sodexo, clients, and stakeholders
Ensure culturally respectful and inclusive engagement
Maintain accurate records for reporting and compliance
Support operational teams in delivering contractual outcomes
Partnership Development
Identify opportunities with local and Indigenous-owned businesses
Support business growth and sustainability
Position Sodexo as a trusted regional partner
Employment & Recruitment
Promote local employment opportunities
Partner with recruitment teams on local hiring strategies
Support pathways into employment for community members
Indigenous Engagement
Work with Indigenous Affairs teams, Elders, and organisations
Support Indigenous participation across employment and suppliers
Assist with culturally significant initiatives and events
Events & Community Activation
Deliver community and Village events (e.g. NAIDOC Week, cultural celebrations)
Encourage participation from residents and communities
Opportunity & Project Development
Identify local project and service opportunities
Collaborate internally to deliver shared outcomes
Prioritise local employment where possible
Governance & Reporting
Meet and document contractual engagement requirements
Track and report on outcomes and social value
Ensure compliance with policies and client commitments
Proven experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, or a similar role
Strong understanding of working with Indigenous communities and cultural protocols
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
High attention to detail with strong reporting and documentation capability
The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
Flexibility to travel regularly and adapt to changing operational needs
Opportunity to make a genuine social impact in regional and remote communities
Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
Be part of meaningful initiatives that drive long-term community outcomes
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