In this unique role, you’ll apply your experience and understanding of political and regulatory landscapes to drive strategic outcomes by supporting meaningful engagement with key government stakeholders.

You will be an integral part of the government relations and reporting team, working on a range of activities at the forefront of Queensland’s energy industry.

About the role

This is a full-time opportunity located in Brisbane CBD.

The Government Relations and Reporting Advisor supports Stanwell’s strategic engagement with government stakeholders by coordinating effective communication, reporting, and relationship management activities.

This role plays a key part in facilitating the exchange of information between Stanwell and its shareholding Ministers, government departments, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and government expectations.

Key activities include:

• Maintain an understanding of contemporary issues affecting the energy industry and political landscape
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of internal and external corporate reports (including Stanwell’s Annual Report and Quarterly Report)
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and prepare responses to government requests and reporting requirements
• Prepare briefing materials for key government stakeholders, including ministerial briefs and meeting packs
• Ensure all engagement and reporting activities are delivered in accordance with governance and approval frameworks and legislative requirements

About you

• Experience working in a government relations role and/or understanding of Queensland’s Government owned corporations is desirable
• Experience in corporate communication, with strong writing, engagement and issues management skills
• Skilled in preparing clear and concise briefing materials, reports and correspondence
• Ability to manage deadlines and work collaboratively with subject matter experts and senior leaders

Benefits:

• Recognised as an Endorsed Employer for all Women by WORK180
• Weekly pay + 12.75% super + annual incentive
• Full income protection cover
• Salary packaging options
• Flexible work arrangements (including up to 2 days WFH)
• Access to learning and development (including LinkedIn learning)
• Purchased and volunteer leave options
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)
• Access to Bright Spark – our rewards, recognition and discounts platform
• Exceptional safety culture
• Plus, a whole lot more!

About Stanwell

Stanwell is Queensland’s largest and most reliable electricity generator. We’re applying our forty years of experience in operational excellence to building a diverse portfolio including coal-fired power stations, renewable generation, storage and firming to deliver Queensland’s future energy needs. Experience an organisation that lives by its values to care, adapt and deliver and is constantly responding to create an environment where respect, inclusivity, safety and wellbeing are delivered.

What’s next?

To submit your application, please apply online with your CV.

Applications close: 11:55pm, 18 August 2025

Further information on Stanwell can be found online at www.stanwell.com

As part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing). 

Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell’s culture and how our workplace operates. We recognise and value that it’s essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.

We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves. We enable this through diversity, fairness, and flexible work practices.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.