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The Governance and Compliance Officer will assist the Executive Services Manager in the development, monitoring and reporting relating to Council’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework, Internal Audit function and implementing Council’s obligations under the Child Safe Standards in Queensland into Council operations.
This position has a broad administrative scope in contributing to the effectiveness of strategy and to deliver across operational areas of Council, working under the general direction of the Executive Services Manager.
Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent – 72.50 hours per fortnight
Award: Level 4 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017
Salary Range: $90,418.00 to $95,198 gross per annum
The successful candidate will have:
| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |
- Minimum of 2 years’ senior administration experience in relevant discipline/s, such as a risk, compliance or governance position.
- Demonstrated high level proficiency in the use of desktop software applications including Word, Excel and email systems, and the ability to utilise finance and records management system, to prepare a wide range of correspondence and documentation including letters, submissions, presentations and reports.
- Well-developed communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on the provision of quality customer service.
- Knowledge of professional risk management standards, frameworks and tools.
- Experience in developing, reviewing and implementing risk management policies and procedures
- Demonstrated, well-developed time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet concurrent deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills in the context of risk management systems.
- Ability to interpret legislation and translate key information to stakeholders
- Ability to exercise judgement and initiative where procedures are not clearly defined
- Certificate IV in Business Administration and/or equivalent relevant experience
- Possession and maintenance of a current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
We have a range of benefits that include:
- Fortnightly RDO
- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Annual wage progression
- 12% Superannuation
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
- Employee Assistance Program
This position is primarily an indoor role and requires sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting, which involves prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and operating a computer and telephone. May be required to carry out light to moderate manual handling, bending, kneeling, twisting, squatting, lifting and carrying. Out of hours work may be required.
Council is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This includes taking all steps that are reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of preventable occupational diseases. In accordance with Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, positions exposed to occupational diseases will be subject to the Workplace Immunisation Program.
Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre-employment assessments/check:
- Pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test
- National Police/Criminal History Check
- Right to Work in Australia Check
- Qualification/Licence Verification
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- Practical Assessment
For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5300 or email.
11:59pm Monday, 6 July 2026.
Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.
