Senior Manager, Governance & Risk

13 May

Written By Ina Jonsewar

Job Summary

Employer: Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator

Location: Melbourne or Adelaide

Job Type: Permanent role in a national organisation

Salary: From $183,626 p.a. + 11.5% Super

Close Date: 6pm Friday, 23 May 2025

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About the Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Manager, Governance and Risk to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of governance across our organisation.

You will play a critical role in shaping and enhancing ONRSR’s internal audit assurance, enterprise risk management, records management and corporate governance frameworks. You will also lead the Governance and Risk team in driving the continuous development, improvement and oversight of these functions to deliver an integrated, risk-based governance assurance program.

Using your knowledge and expertise in governance and risk management, you will support the strategic direction of these areas and provide informed advice and recommendations to the Executive and Audit and Risk Committee.

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:

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead, guide and develop a high performing team.
Demonstrated experience in either internal or external auditing practices.
Demonstrated experience in overseeing and managing an enterprise risk management system.
Knowledge of best-practice risk management and internal audit methodologies, systems and tools.
Extensive knowledge of business operations, processes, governance frameworks and records and privacy management.
Strong analytic and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to identify solutions and recommendations that effectively and pragmatically address business and control needs.
Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills that can be used to provide meaningful succinct advice to key stakeholders across ONRSR, including Board level committees.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of ONRSR while also being able to deliver potentially challenging messages and/or constructively challenge stakeholders.
Certification or tertiary qualification in internal audit and/or risk management.
Working knowledge of Freedom of Information, Information Management and Privacy legislation.

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.

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: From $183,626 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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