Corporate Governance Partner
Job Summary
Employer: Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator
Location: Melbourne or Adelaide
Job Type: Permanent role in a national organisation
Salary: $124,345 - $130,874 p.a. + 11.5% super
Close Date: 6pm Friday, 23 May 2025
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about promoting integrity, transparency, and accountability in complex organisations? We’re looking for a Corporate Governance Partner to join our national Governance and Risk Team in a role that helps to shape strong and transparent governance practices across ONRSR’s operations in all states and territories.
In this position, you'll lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, act as secretariat for key committees and manage Freedom of Information (FOI) processes ensuring they are managed in accordance with applicable jurisdictional requirements.
You’ll also provide expert governance and risk advice to a range of internal stakeholders, including senior executives, staff, and board members and play an active role in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
If you thrive on making a real impact and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!
About You - your impact and contribution
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Proven experience providing comprehensive secretariat services to boards or governance committees.
Demonstrated experience in a governance or corporate compliance role with a national or multi-jurisdictional organisation.
Comprehensive knowledge of governance frameworks, legislative obligations, and regulatory compliance across Australian jurisdictions.
Proven experience managing FOI processes under multiple legislative regimes.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage diverse internal and external stakeholders
Strong organisational and project management capabilities with attention to detail and time-sensitive deliverables.
Tertiary qualifications in Law, Public Administration, Governance, or a related field.
It’s a plus if you’ve worked in governance roles within the public sector, or other regulated industries and you’re comfortable using governance software and electronic document management systems.
If you currently meet some of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
It's important to know that if you are not based in Adelaide, you’ll need to be available to regularly travel to Adelaide to support key governance committees. The dates and times of these meetings are scheduled in advance.
Our Organisation and Culture
The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) has the responsibility for regulatory oversight of rail safety throughout Australia. As an independent regulatory authority, ONRSR pursues safe railways for Australia by encouraging safe rail operations, enforcing national compliance with the Rail Safety National Law and promoting and improving rail safety across the country.
We are passionate about supporting Our People
At ONRSR we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for Rail Safety for all Australians. Our colleagues have an impact far beyond work, and you’ll be part of a team that is contributing to enhancing safety outcomes
· You will be part of a $26 billion industry employing over 142,000 people that is at the forefront of innovation, productivity, and world’s best practice.
We invest in building the capability of our people through customised learning and development programs and by growing your curiosity and experience.
Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Network.
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others.
Extra 3 days leave with Christmas closedown for all colleagues.
Salary packaging of car, laptop, or tablet.
ONRSR actively encourages productive working relationships, a healthy work-life balance, workplace diversity and development of expertise. In addition, the organisation offers a commitment to learning and development, and flexible work options. Further details on the benefits of working at ONRSR can be found at https://www.onrsr.com.au/about-onrsr/working-at-onrsr
The Application Process
Want to know more?
We would like to learn more about you, so we encourage you to apply with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and accomplishments and why you should be considered for the role along with your resume.
More information can be found in the Position Description which is attached below and can also be found at: https://www.onrsr.com.au/about-onrsr/working-at-onrsr
As part of the recruitment and selection process, you will be required to undertake a criminal history check if you are one of the preferred candidates. The results may not necessarily preclude appointment to the position.
Enquiries to: Sasha Viergever – Executive Director, Corporate Services 0477 957 955
Salary: $124,345 - $130,874 p.a. + 11.5% super
Applications close: Friday, 23 May 2025 (6pm)
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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
We also commit to responding to every applicant that applies.
NOTE:
You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit or visa, as we are unable to provide sponsorship.
Applications are sought from direct candidates only. No agencies please.
Application closing dates are at the discretion of ONRSR and may change without notice.
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