Risk & Compliance Officer

Villanova College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova College in Coorparoo, Brisbane, seeks an experienced Risk and Compliance Officer to oversee governance, risk management and regulatory compliance across the College. You will coordinate frameworks, monitor obligations, support policy development and prepare reports for leaders and the Board.

The role requires five years in risk/compliance, strong knowledge of WHS and regulatory requirements, and the ability to translate complex obligations into practical controls while upholding the

Qualifications

• Hold relevant qualifications and/or bring at least five years’ experience in a risk, compliance or assurance role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of governance, risk and compliance practice and regulatory frameworks.
• Interpret obligations and explain their practical application to staff at all levels.
• Working knowledge of Queensland workplace health and safety and workers’ compensation legislation.
• Excellent report writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Provide practical advice with confidence and challenge constructively where required.
• Embrace the Catholic, Augustinian ethos of the College and contribute to its pastoral and faith community.
• Experience in a school, not-for-profit or similarly regulated environment; knowledge of Queensland non-state school accreditation requirements; and experience with business continuity planning will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review and approval of risk assessments for tours, camps, excursions, events and other higher-risk activities.
• Maintain the College risk management framework, risk registers, obligations register and annual compliance calendar.
• Coordinate development, review, approval and publication of College policies and procedures.
• Administer governance, risk and compliance platform, compliance training and staff records, including Blue Cards.
• Lead incident management, including WorkSafe Queensland notifications and workers’ compensation coordination with HR.
• Prepare CEQL, NSSAB, Census and Annual School Report submissions, and evidence for school registration and accreditation.
• Support implementation and evidence base for the Queensland Child Safe Standards.
• Coordinate emergency management arrangements and annual business continuity testing.

Skills

Governance & compliance

Risk assessment

Policy development

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

WHS and workers’ comp knowledge

Education

Risk management certification

Tools

GRC platforms

Job description

Full-Time, Ongoing | Villanova College | Coorparoo

Villanova College is seeking an experienced risk and compliance professional to join the College as Risk and Compliance Officer.

This is a full-time, ongoing appointment commencing immediately.

About the Role

Reporting to the Deputy Principal, the Risk and Compliance Officer provides practical, trusted advice that supports governance, enterprise risk management and regulatory compliance across the College. Working under limited direction, this role coordinates the College’s risk and compliance frameworks, monitors obligations, supports policy and assurance processes, and prepares accurate reports for College leaders and the Board. You will partner with staff to turn complex requirements into workable controls and build a practical, risk-aware culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the review and approval of risk assessments for tours, camps, excursions, events and other higher-risk activities
• Maintain the College risk management framework, risk registers, obligations register and annual compliance calendar
• Coordinate the development, review, approval and publication of College policies and procedures
• Administer the College’s governance, risk and compliance platform, compliance training and staff compliance records, including Blue Cards
• Lead incident management, including WorkSafe Queensland notifications and workers’ compensation coordination with Human Resources
• Prepare CEQL, NSSAB, Census and Annual School Report submissions, and evidence for school registration and accreditation
• Support the implementation and evidence base for the Queensland Child Safe Standards
• Coordinate emergency management arrangements and annual business continuity testing

About You

The successful applicant will:

• Hold relevant qualifications and/or bring at least five years’ experience in a risk, compliance or assurance role
• Bring comprehensive knowledge of governance, risk and compliance practice and regulatory frameworks
• Interpret obligations and explain their practical application to staff at all levels
• Show working knowledge of Queensland workplace health and safety and workers’ compensation legislation
• Demonstrate excellent report writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Give practical advice with confidence, and challenge constructively where required
• Embrace the Catholic, Augustinian ethos of the College and contribute to its pastoral and faith community
• Experience in a school, not-for-profit or similarly regulated environment, knowledge of Queensland non-state school accreditation requirements, and experience with business continuity planning will be highly regarded.

About Villanova College

Villanova College is a Catholic school in the Augustinian tradition, educating young men from Years 5 to 12 in Coorparoo, Brisbane. The College is committed to forming young men of character through academic excellence, faith, service and strong pastoral care. Staff work within a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and meaningful connection with students and families.

Why Join Villanova?

• A varied, influential role with visibility across the whole College
• Supportive and collegial professional environment
• Inner Brisbane location

Child Safety and Compliance

Villanova College is committed to providing a child-safe environment and maintaining a respectful workplace free from harassment and bullying. All staff are required to uphold the College’s Student Protection policies and may be subject to child safety, police and reference checks.

Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Agreement (Religious Institute Schools of Queensland) 2023-2026.