Manager Risk, Assurance & Advisory

Fire & Rescue NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

On-site gym

Parking

Study assistance

Training and development

Job summary

Fire and Rescue NSW is seeking a Manager Risk, Assurance and Advisory to develop and lead FRNSW's risk, assurance and advisory functions in support of government commitments and community safety.

The role requires proven team leadership, governance and risk expertise, with a focus on integrity and independent, transparent advice for executive decision-making. FRNSW offers work-life balance, training and development, and on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of subject-matter experts and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage competing assurance priorities across operational and corporate environments.
• Operate with integrity and independence, handling confidential information for executive decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and manage FRNSW's risk, assurance and advisory functions.
• Oversee compliance programs and performance improvement across the organisation.
• Provide timely, transparent advice to executives to support decision-making.
• Lead multi-disciplinary governance/risk teams and ensure adherence to NSW government frameworks.

Skills

Team leadership

Risk management

Governance

Continuous improvement

Integrity

Job description

• Package up to $202,166 pa. Package includes salary range ($154,231 pa to $178,369 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Greenacre - 3 days per week in the office

About the role:

The Manager Risk, Assurance and Advisory is responsible for developing, delivering and managing FRNSW's risk, assurance and advisory functions to facilitate the organisation meeting its commitments to Government and the community. The role also ensures ongoing program of compliance and performance improvement.

About you:

• Proven ability to manage and develop a team of subject-matter experts, with a track record of fostering continuous improvement, maintaining high-performance standards
• Ability to manage competing assurance priorities across operational and corporate environments and drive a culture of accountability, assurance and continuous improvement
• Operate with a high degree of integrity and independence, managing confidential audit, assurance and performance information providing timely, transparent advice that withstands scrutiny and supports executive decision-making
• Demonstrated record of achievement in leading multi-disciplinary teams in Governance/Assurance/Risk
• Sound knowledge of NSW government governance frameworks and requirements, including delegations and public sector accounting mechanisms

For more information on the role, please view the Role Description.

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Kathryn Natoli, Director Governance, Risk and Legal on 0438 783 ***.

About us:

FRNSW is one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life, and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, property, environment and economy of NSW.We are prepared for anything – helping anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

What we can offer:

• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• Modern buildings and facilities
• Activity based working environment
• Free on-site gym and parking
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
• Study assistance for approved courses
• Ongoing training and development

Our commitment to diversity:

Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire andRescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at ***********@fire.nsw.gov.au