Risk Officer

About the position
Reporting to Coordinator Risk & Audit, this position is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the risk management, internal audit and insurance renewal and claims functions to support the delivery of organisational and departmental objectives. This is a fixed term, full time opportunity to 28 February 2026.

Key responsibilities are:

Oversee and support the implementation of risk management across the organisation in order to effectively identify and mitigate risks which could impact on the achievement of Council’s objectives, in consultation with key stakeholders.
Coordinate the planning, scoping and delivery of internal audit projects, including engaging and facilitating external and internal resources in order to deliver timely and high quality outcomes within budgetary constraints.
Coordinate and administer the insurance renewal and claims administration process to ensure appropriate and timely risk mitigation is in place, including maintenance of insurance schedules, and processing of payments and reimbursements
Prepare moderately complex reports to the relevant Council or Committee and provide guidance and advice and recommendations for matters related to insurance, risk and internal audit, in order to guide effective decision making.
Provide backup administrative support for the civic and corporate governance functions where required, including attendance and minute taking at Council and/or Committee meetings.
Occasional out of hours work is required for attendance at Council and Committee meetings.
Risk Officer - Position Description

About you
To succeed in this role, the successful applicant will have:

Equivalent level of experience that demonstrates the application of principles underpinning risk management, internal audit and insurance practices and the skills and capabilities required to deliver the key outcomes
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence to gain the necessary commitment and support from diverse stakeholders
Good analytical skills and the ability to think laterally and practical problem solving
Strong capability to plan, prioritise tasks and meeting competing deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Class C driver's licence
Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical and police check.


Why work for us
A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.