Engagement Lead

The Labour Hire Authority (LHA) protects Victorian workers from exploitation and improves transparency and integrity in the labour hire industry by regulating businesses that provide or use labour hire services. LHA licences labour hire providers, monitors and enforces compliance, and supports providers, hosts and workers to understand and comply with their legal obligations.

Established to administer the Labour Hire Licensing Act 2018 (Vic) (LHL Act), LHA is an independent agency whose work is wholly funded by licence fees from labour hire businesses. Since 2019, LHA has expanded its program of industry engagement, compliance and enforcement, growing its small and dedicated team to around 120 staff and establishing a strong track record.

LHA employees are offered hybrid and flexible working arrangements in accordance with Victorian Public Service and LHA policies. Our offices are located in Melbourne CBD and Bendigo.

Reporting to the Manager Communications and Engagement, the Engagement Lead researches, plans and manages a range of activities to inform Victorian businesses and other stakeholders.

The role develops comprehensive plans and proposals, based on principles of strategic communications and engagement, to effectively reach, inform and influence the behaviour of a variety of stakeholders.

Overseeing robust event management systems and processes, the Engagement Lead manages a small team to plan and deliver a significant annual program of information sessions and events.

Working closely with LHA's compliance teams, the Communications Lead, and in consultation with the Manager, the role works collaboratively to provide an integrated and effective branch-wide service.

Please apply by providing a professional cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description (attached) detailing your skills, knowledge and experience relating to the opportunity.

For further information regarding Labour Hire Authority, please visit our website at https://labourhireauthority.vic.gov.au/. Applicants will be required to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures.

All personal information is kept secure and confidential and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act, 2014. Successful candidates will be required to undergo the Victorian Public Service pre-employment screening process and an Australian Criminal History Check prior to commencing employment with Labour Hire Authority.

1 August 2025