Assurance & Compliance Lead – Adelaide (NV1)

PAE Government Services Inc.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum in Adelaide seeks an Assurance Manager to lead assurance and audit activities across a project or designated area, providing independent oversight of governance, processes, controls and compliance to ensure effective project delivery and continuous improvement. The role requires planning, coordinating and executing assurance reviews, communicating findings, and maintaining schedules.

NV1 security clearance is required, with 40-hour work weeks in Adelaide and accommodation considerations

Qualifications

• Experience in assurance, audit, governance, risk management, compliance, or project management.
• Strong understanding of assurance and audit principles within a project or program environment.
• Excellent analytical, investigation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage all assurance and audit activities for a project or assigned area.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute assurance reviews and audits in accordance with the approved assurance framework.
• Assess compliance with project governance, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Identify, document, and communicate audit findings, observations, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare assurance reports and present outcomes to project leadership and governance forums.
• Monitor and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely closure of audit findings and recommendations.
• Maintain assurance schedules, registers, and records to support governance and reporting requirements.
• Provide independent advice on the effectiveness of project controls, governance processes, and risk management practices.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of assurance methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Work collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders to promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Assurance

Audit

Governance

Risk management

Compliance

Project management

Job description

Amentum in Adelaide seeks an Assurance Manager to lead assurance and audit activities across a project or designated area, providing independent oversight of governance, processes, controls and compliance to ensure effective project delivery and continuous improvement. The role requires planning, coordinating and executing assurance reviews, communicating findings, and maintaining schedules.

NV1 security clearance is required, with 40-hour work weeks in Adelaide and accommodation considerations