Social Outcomes and Local Benefits Coordinator

We’re seeking a proactive and purpose-driven Social Outcomes and Local Benefits Coordinator to join a high-impact infrastructure alliance delivering one of Queensland’s most significant rail upgrades.

This newly created role is embedded within a dynamic project delivery team and offers the chance to shape meaningful social and economic outcomes for local communities. You’ll be part of a tight-knit, collaborative environment where your ideas and initiative will be valued from day one.


What You’ll Be Doing  
In this varied and hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for:

• Activating the project’s community hub in Beenleigh and delivering a program of workshops, events, and engagement initiatives.
• Driving local economic development by identifying procurement opportunities for SMEs, First Nations businesses, and social enterprises.
• Coordinating industry working groups and building partnerships with employment, training, and community organisations.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance against social outcomes and local benefits targets.
• Reporting on outcomes to internal and external stakeholders using digital platforms and dashboards.
• Supporting the broader People & Community team to deliver a legacy of inclusion, opportunity, and impact.

About You
You’re a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, contractor-style environments and brings a flexible, solutions-focused mindset. You’re passionate about creating real-world outcomes and can confidently manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

You’ll bring:

• Strong experience in stakeholder engagement, economic development, or social procurement.
• A working knowledge of the Queensland Procurement Policy (QPP) and related frameworks.
• Experience working on major projects, infrastructure, or government programs (highly regarded).
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to manage events, working groups, and reporting requirements.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work across diverse communities and partners.

Why Apply?
Join a legacy infrastructure project delivering real outcomes for communities across SEQ. Work across Fortitude Valley and Beenleigh in a collaborative, high-performing team, with strong potential for contract extension.

Apply now by uploading your updated CV. For any questions, feel free to reach out to Max Brown at max.brown@chandlermacleod.com.



At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.