Community Engagement Lead

Minyip

Salary range

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Listed on the ASX in 1983, Astron Corporation Limited is a mining and processing company, with more than thirty years’ experience in mineral sands processing, technology and downstream product development, as well as the marketing and sale of zircon and titania (titanium dioxide) products.

The Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project (Donald Project) is a tier-1 rare earth and mineral sands resource located within the Wimmera and Mallee District of Western Victoria near the towns of Minyip and Donald.

OUR VALUES AND COMMITMENTS

We observe the law, our obligations, voluntary commitments and internal standards
We comply with all laws, regulations and obligations that are applicable, including internal
Astron policies and voluntary commitments. We ensure our personal and business interests
never interfere with our ability to make sound, objective decisions.
We value and maintain professionalism in all of our dealings
We behave in a professional manner that fosters trust, confidence and goodwill. We are
always respectful and ensure that we do the right thing. We always strive to deliver on our
commitments.
We look after our people
Safety comes first, because physical and mental wellbeing are fundamental to a successful
workplace. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace
culture.
We recognise our responsibilities to our stakeholders
We are committed to engaging in constructive dialogue with our stakeholders to understand
and respond to issues that are important to our people, customers, investors, suppliers,
government, landowners and the wider community.

ROLE PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to work relationally and developmentally with diverse stakeholders towards the realisation of sustainable community benefits arising from the Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project (the Donald Project). Responsible for the delivery of the Community Engagement Plan, the Community Engagement Lead identifies and enhances opportunities for shared social value between the Company, residents of Minyip and other community stakeholders. The role works closely with the Senior Media and Communication Lead, Environment Lead and HR Manager in a multi-disciplinary approach to optimising social outcomes with the local community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Results Area	Key Responsibilities and Duties	Key Performance Indicators
Actively contribute to the development and implementation of a strong health and safety culture, and the embedding of company values	Work with colleagues in the proactive identification and management of health and safety hazards. Model and promote the Company values in the execution of duties.	Identify and action HSE risks within both routine and unique work processes. Coach and support peers, contractors and suppliers in relation to our culture, values and safety standards.
Own and deliver the Company’s Community Engagement Plan and supporting processes	Implementation and maintenance of the Community Engagement Plan (CEP). Develop and deliver systems and processes for the successful implementation of the CEP. Ensure the Community Engagement risk assessment is regularly reviewed and updated, and socialised with appropriate internal stakeholders.	Implement agreed process for the regular review of CEP to ensure currency with community and Company priorities Community Stakeholder Identification and Analysis is regularly updated and all contact details are validated
Align and prioritise community engagement activities with the Company’s strategic objectives and operational plans	Understand the Company’s strategic and operational plans and priorities and stay abreast of changes affecting the community.	Align and prioritise community engagement activities with the Company’s strategic objectives and operational plans
Build positive and collaborative working relationships with community organisations, residents and government agency stakeholders	Represent the project in the community, at public events and stakeholder meetings. Actively engage with community members, seek opportunities for interaction, and to build trust and rapport. Actively manage community issues and complaints, including log of issues, correspondences, internal and external memoranda, meeting minutes. Collaborate significantly with the Senior Media and Communication Lead, and GM Sustainability on the development and utilisation of communication materials and resources.	Corporate publications, including annual reports, coordinated and delivered to high quality and Executive managers supported to deliver their communication requirements Oversight of employees' use of Company social media and provision of communication education at all levels
Facilitate the meaningful collaboration of community stakeholders in project planning and development	Consult with community to ensure the voice of stakeholders is considered in project planning so that social benefits are identified and realised. Maintain awareness of local and emerging issues, competing priorities, and ensure that the GM Sustainability is kept up to date.	Deliver regular community forums that are responsive to community information needs, and timed to enable meaningful for input into Company plans. Maintain regular office hours in Minyip and promote the Company’s open-door policy for community members. Provide regular reporting on community issues as required by GM Sustainability.

This is a Wimmera based position with the expectation the incumbent will work from our Minyip office.

SKILLS

Highly developed and effective written and spoken communication skills and the
aptitude to confidently liaise with stakeholders, local community, project team and
regulators; with a particular focus on being able to develop information that is easy
for diverse audiences to understand
Project management skills including scoping, scheduling and stakeholder
engagement.
Good teamwork skills, willingness to pitch in, work well under pressure and be self-
motivated
Strong initiative, and ability to adapt to tight deadlines, and changes in priorities and
workloads
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs

COMPETENCIES

Strong communication skills including well-developed public speaking and
presentation skills
Strong group facilitation skills, able to ensure all voices are heard and messages
from the group are understood and accurately reflected
Able to work effectively with diverse stakeholder with differing communication needs,
including written communication and personal meetings
Precise attention to detail and ability to produce professional quality deliverables on
time and on budget.
Ensure the deliverables produced are of a high quality, accuracy and complete.
An understanding of dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

QUALIFICATIONS, LICENCES & WORK EXPERIENCE

8 to 15 years’ experience in communications, stakeholder engagement, community
relations, or any related field.
A demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and engage with
people at all levels of business, government and in the community.
A full current Victorian driver’s licence.

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY OBLIGATIONS

All employees are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and
that of others in the workplace.
1. Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
2. Comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in
adhering to safe work procedures.
3. Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations. Take
reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others, and to
abide by their duty of care provided for in the legislation.
4. To report any injury, hazard, or illness immediately, where practical to their
supervisor.
5. Not place others at risk by any act or omission.
6. Not wilfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.