Senior Communications Advisor - Programmes

About Watercare

Watercare is entering a major investment phase, with plans to invest $14 billion over the next 10 years to support Auckland’s growth in a climate-resilient way. That works out to an average commitment of $3.8 million each day.

The guiding idea behind the organisation reflects a simple but powerful message: when water is healthy, the land and people are healthy too.

About the Role

This position plays a central part in communications for key infrastructure programmes. You will help turn complex technical work into clear, compelling stories that strengthen understanding, trust, and the organisation’s reputation.

Working alongside programme managers, engineers, and other technical specialists, you will shape communications from the earliest stages of a project through to delivery. The role combines strategy, storytelling, and practical content creation, with ownership of the message from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with programme leaders and subject matter experts to break down complex projects into communication that is easy to understand and engaging.
• Develop effective working relationships with internal teams and external partners such as contractors, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Create and implement communications strategies and plans that align with programme timelines and milestones.
• Produce strong content for a variety of channels, including media, digital, social media, and video.
• Lead the storytelling approach for programmes, finding opportunities to showcase people, partnerships, and outcomes.
• Offer sound communications advice to stakeholders while keeping messaging consistent, accurate, and aligned with the brand.
• Contribute to reputation management by supporting proactive media activity and shaping strong narratives.

About You

You are a digitally confident communicator with strong content creation skills and the ability to adapt your writing for different audiences and platforms. You are comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and have excellent storytelling ability across multiple formats.

You bring experience in integrated, multi-channel communications and combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. You work well in collaborative, fast-moving, matrixed environments, and ideally have experience with technical or infrastructure-focused teams, where simplifying complex information is essential.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Life and income protection insurance.
• Generous parental leave support.
• Discounts with a range of major retailers.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply online.