Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) is seeking a skilled and motivated Communications and Marketing Coordinator to join our team. This role is responsible for leading and delivering a wide range of communication and marketing initiatives that support maritime safety, education, and stakeholder engagement across Tasmania.

About the Role:

As the Communications and Marketing Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering a broad range of communication and marketing activities that support MAST’s strategic objectives.

This dynamic and varied role combines strategic communication with hands-on delivery across digital, print, and community channels. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communication strategies, publications, and campaigns that enhance MAST’s visibility and stakeholder engagement.

• Manage digital communications, including MAST's website and social media platforms.

• Coordinate the production of various materials, including publications, reports, newsletters, and promotional content.

• Create high-quality written content, including media releases, editorials, and community updates.

• Support stakeholder engagement, events, and safety awareness campaigns.

About You:

We are looking for someone with:

• High-level written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences and platforms.

• Proven experience in developing and delivering communication and marketing strategies, including content creation and campaign delivery.

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Experience managing websites, social media, and digital engagement tools.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders, service providers, and the media.

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering communication and marketing strategies, publications, and digital content.

• Demonstrated experience using online graphic design and publishing tools.

• High-level written communication skills, including writing, editing, and proofreading for diverse audiences and platforms.

• Experience in managing publications and promotional materials, and marketing campaigns, including coordinating design, print, and distribution.

• Proven ability to manage website content and digital communication channels, including social media.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement, while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

• Current Police Check.

Why Work for Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to maritime safety and community awareness across Tasmania. You’ll be part of a small, dedicated team working on diverse projects, from publications and events to digital campaigns and safety initiatives.

Selection Criteria

As per the Essential Skills outlined above.

How to Apply:

Please attach your resume and a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria.

Applications close at 5:00 pm on Friday, 24 October 2025.

For more information and a copy of the Position Description, visit Marine and Safety Tasmania - www.mast.tas.gov.au or contact Julie Wells on 6235 8829.