SENIOR RISK AND ASSURANCE OFFICER

Personnel Area: Organisational Services

Branch: Support Services

Salary: Band 7 AUD $123,340 - $134,848 per annum + superannuation (Remuneration stated is for a full-time position)

Work Type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 6 months (with possibility of further extensions)

Location: Fortitude Valley

About Us

Organisational Services division supports, equips and helps guide Brisbane City Council to deliver the Brisbane Vision through centralised corporate services and a customer-focused approach.

Within Organisational Services, the Support Services branch provides Council's key support services under a centralised model. Our efficient back-of-house support ensures more resources can be focused on Council’s front-line service delivery. Support Services provides an enormous range of support to all areas of Council. 

About the Role

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for risk management? We’re seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Senior Risk and Assurance Officer to lead risk management initiatives across the Support Services branch, ensuring business operations meet applicable standards and legislation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• taking charge of managing and implementing risk management strategies and systems to ensure effective risk mitigation across various functions and teams
• conducting regular audits to assess and address risks, while maintaining a system to track and follow up on audit recommendations
• partnering with leadership to provide advice, training, and support, ensuring that all risks are identified and effectively managed
• playing a key role in developing and coordinating business continuity and emergency plans to ensure the smooth operation of services during disruptions
• ensuring compliance with confidentiality and information security policies.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• proven experience in delivering risk management programmes and ensuring compliance
• excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive issues confidentially
• experience in developing and managing business continuity and emergency plans
• strong skills in analysing complex risks and presenting practical solutions
• excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and a one-page cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the position.

For more information: Please call David Ngo, Talent Partner, on 07 3178 8886 or email David.ngo@brisbane.qld.gov.au

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 15 April 2025 at 11.59pm AEST

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.