Change and Communications Manager at Bunnings

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Change Management, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Problem Solving, Analytical Capability, Agile Methodologies, Leadership, Training Programs, Impact Assessments, Technology Adoption, Digital Content Creation, Vendor Management, Enterprise Architecture, Investment Planning, Retail Experience, Team Development

Industry

Retail

Description

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter! What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team: Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few Free standard OnePass membership Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build At Bunnings, we’re transforming the way we use technology to support our customers, our team members, and our suppliers. To make this happen, we need a leader who can help guide our people through change, ensuring they’re informed, engaged, and confident in adopting new ways of working. We’re looking for a Manager Change & Communication to shape and lead the way we deliver change across our Tech division. About the Role Reporting to the Head of Planning & Performance, this role will: Lead the development and adoption of change management standards across Tech initiatives. Design and implement strategic communication plans that clearly articulate the vision, objectives, and impacts of technology changes. Oversee technology training programs that build capability and drive adoption of new tools and systems. Build strong relationships with executives, business leaders, delivery partners, and vendors to ensure alignment and engagement. Conduct readiness and impact assessments, identifying change champions and addressing resistance early. Continuously measure and improve change and communication effectiveness. Manage a small team of Digital Content Creators and Technology Trainers, ensuring quality, consistency, and innovation in delivery. About You You’re a skilled change and communication leader who thrives in dynamic, complex environments. You bring: Strong expertise in change management methodologies (e.g. Prosci, ADKAR) and their application in IT or enterprise transformation. Experience designing and delivering change and communication strategies for large-scale technology programs. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including at executive and board levels. Strong problem-solving and analytical capability, with the ability to turn insights into actionable strategies. Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery environments and tools such as PPM, Smartsheet, or Jira Align. Leadership experience with the ability to guide, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Desirable: Experience in the retail or consumer sector, exposure to enterprise architecture or investment planning, and certifications in change, portfolio, or vendor management. You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong. We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings. We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au. Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes. About Us Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We’re a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today. Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role. We are the leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand, and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Our ambition is to provide our customers with the widest range of home improvement products in accordance with our lowest prices policy, backed with the best service. Our Team Members are the soul of our business, and bring this vision to life every day in our stores throughout Australia and New Zealand. "We're building the best ... our team makes it happen". At Bunnings, we believe a diverse team creates the best mix of perspectives which helps us innovate and make better decisions. We want our team to have diverse thinking, perspectives, backgrounds and education, which supports us in representing the local communities we serve and so our team can bring their whole self to work. A diverse and inclusive team makes everyone feel valued, respected and connected at work. We’re committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all team members regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or background.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and adoption of change management standards across Tech initiatives and design strategic communication plans. Oversee technology training programs and build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and engagement.