Risk and Compliance Coordinator

Educationhq; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hume Anglican Grammar is seeking a Risk and Compliance Coordinator to join our Donnybrook and Kalkallo campuses on a full-time fixed-term basis from Monday, 5 October 2026 to Friday, 1 October 2027. The role focuses on risk mitigation, regulatory compliance and maintaining a safe workplace in line with Victorian requirements.

You will implement frameworks, coordinate incident management, and work with staff to meet VRQA, ISV and WorkSafe Victoria obligations through robust procedures and audits.

Qualifications

• Experience in Occupational Health and Safety, WorkCover or equivalent.
• Ability to administer risk management and compliance programs.
• Proven track record in developing and enforcing procedures.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Collaborative approach with staff across multiple campuses.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate risk management and compliance activities across campuses.
• Develop and implement procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Oversee incident management and assist with audits and reviews.
• Provide OHS guidance and maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Risk management

OH&S

Regulatory compliance

Incident management

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Hume Anglican Grammar– About the school:

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Hume Anglican Grammar is a multi-campus co-educational Anglican Diocesan School offering education from Prep to Year 12 in the Northern growth corridor of Melbourne.

Hume has an open enrolment policy so educates children from many faiths and with a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities.

TheSchoolaspires to develop young people who are kind, creative, inquiring, socially and emotionally at ease, and who strive to achieve their personal best in all their endeavours.

With campuses already in Mickleham, Donnybrook and Kalkallo, the School has announced its acquisition of a 10-hectare parcel of land in Wollert for its fourth campus planned to open in 2033. This campus will comprise another two Primary schools and a Secondary school and when it reaches its capacity, will enrol over 2,500 students.In all, Hume Anglican Grammar willultimately educateover 6,000 students.

As one of Victoria’s fastest growing schools, it is expected to be one of the largest non-government schools in the state, with plans for further expansion.

Hume provides its students with an education that prepares them for the challenges of life, equips them to contribute to the community in an environment based on Christian values and at a cost affordable to as many families as possible. Byestablishinghigh standardsin all that we do, every student is encouraged and supported to discover and fulfil their unique potential.

It is not by chance that we have young people who readily display warmth, humour and respect for one another and their teachers.

About the role:

We are seeking a passionate and committed Risk and Compliance Coordinator to join our wonderful team, in a supportive and professional environment at our Donnybrook & Kalkallo campuses. The role is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term position, commencing on Monday, 5 October 2026 and concluding on Friday, 1 October 2027. The position offers 6 weeks of paid annual leave and 1 week of unpaid leave.

The Risk and Compliance Coordinator coordinates the day-to-day operations of risk mitigation and development of procedures, ensuring that Hume Anglican Grammar meets its compliance and assurance obligations as determined by relevant external organisations. These organisations include the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA), Independent Schools Victoria (ISV), WorkSafe Victoria and other relevant regulatory bodies in the education sector.

The primary responsibility of the Risk and Compliance Coordinator is to coordinate the School’s approach to risk and compliance, by providing expert risk management advice, legislative compliance, OHS advice and maintaining a safe workplace in line with current legislative requirements.

The Risk and Compliance Coordinator is responsible for implementing frameworks and systems to support the School in maintaining its risk and compliance regulatory obligations. The position also plays a key role in the implementation and administration of systems, policies and processes to support the School in maintaining compliance objectives. Additionally, the role provides assurance through the implementation of internal audit and monitoring activities.

The Risk and Compliance Coordinator reports to the Risk and Compliance Manager and works closely with all members of staff to assist them in creating and maintaining the highest levels of workplace safety.

The role encompasses three major areas: risk oversight and mitigation, incident management, and compliance and policy administration with a focus on Occupational Health and Safety.

The Risk and Compliance Coordinator is a part of the General staff and works collaboratively in a team environment to support and enrich their collective responsibilities. They promote a culture of mutual respect and encouragement, and work with others in a professional, ethical and cooperative manner.

Summary of Role Requirements (please see PD for further information):

Relevant experience in Occupational Health and Safety, WorkCover, compliance, and risk mitigation and management

Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of initiative to administer systems and processes

High-level writing skills, particularly in preparing reports

Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with a range of diverse groups

Demonstrated ability to maintain effective systems, procedures and processes

Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands and deadlines

Excellent organisational skills with demonstrated ability to manage time and plan effectively with a high level of initiative

Intuitive and proactive approach to working within a dynamic environment

High level customer service to staff, students and families displaying a professional ‘can do’ attitude; motivated and solutions-focused

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a supportive and collaborative manner

Demonstrated interest in ongoing personal professional development

Have or be able to obtain a current Working with Children Check Card

A current, full Victorian Drivers Licence

Key Selection Criteria:

• Ability to clearly communicate information of both a technical and non-technical nature, verbally and in writing.

Strong organisational and administrative skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritise workflows.

Relevant experience in Occupational Health and Safety, compliance and risk management.

Why work with us?

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