Program Assurance Lead — Governance & Audit Leader

Amentum; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Program Assurance Lead in Adelaide to oversee the program assurance function and shape the assurance framework across projects. You will provide independent oversight of governance, controls and compliance to ensure alignment with policies and standards.

You will develop audit plans, conduct assessments, identify improvements, and communicate findings to leadership while driving continuous improvement across the program governance function.

Qualifications

• Experience in program assurance, governance, audit, risk management, or project controls.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks and how to apply them in large projects.
• Ability to develop and execute assurance or audit programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Program Assurance team.
• Establish, implement, and maintain the program assurance framework.
• Develop and manage assurance and audit plans across the program and its projects.
• Conduct audits, reviews, and assurance assessments for governance, risk and controls.
• Identify observations, findings and improvement opportunities.
• Communicate audit outcomes to project and program leadership.
• Monitor corrective actions and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Provide independent assurance on governance and delivery processes.
• Collect and maintain assurance data and lessons learned.

Skills

Program assurance

Governance

Audit

Risk management

Project controls

Analytical reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Continuous improvement

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Program Assurance Lead in Adelaide to oversee the program assurance function and shape the assurance framework across projects. You will provide independent oversight of governance, controls and compliance to ensure alignment with policies and standards.

You will develop audit plans, conduct assessments, identify improvements, and communicate findings to leadership while driving continuous improvement across the program governance function.