Senior Project Risk Officer at myCareer - NSW Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

142665.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, Business Resilience, Internal Audit, Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Project Management, Governance, Business Continuity, Reporting Tools, Decision Making, Continuous Improvement, Policy Development, Risk Assessment, Technical Advice

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Join SafeWork NSW and lead best‑practice risk management and resilience that drives successful project delivery and strengthens organisational resilience Clerk Grade 9/10 with a salary range of $129,464- $142,665 plus super Temporary full-time role for up to 2 years based in Parramatta Due to the Christmas shutdown period, the Talent Team will be unavailable to respond to queries from 25 December 2025 to 9 January 2026. Additionally, system upgrades will occur during this time, and applications cannot be submitted for this role and will be unavailable between 24 and 25 December 2025. If you experience technical difficulties during this period, please email recruitment@safework.nsw.gov, and we will endeavour to respond upon return. About us SafeWork NSW is the state's workplace health and safety regulator. Our mission is to reduce work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses by ensuring workplaces comply with health and safety laws. We achieve this through a mix of responsive and proactive programs targeting high-risk areas across all industries, aligned with our strategic plan and regulatory priorities. SafeWork NSW has just transformed to become a modern, strong, and independent Work Health and Safety Regulator. About the role: SafeWork NSW is seeking a proactive risk and business resilience advisor to develop and implement risk management and resilience strategies, tools, and processes across multiple projects and programs. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving an uplift in risk mitigation and business resilience activities (e.g. business continuity management), ultimately enabling successful project delivery, and strengthening organisational capability. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the development and analysis of policies, procedures and standards to improve the quality, accuracy and timeliness of projects and programs focused on risk management, compliance, governance, business continuity and internal audit. Provide advice and recommendations to drive continuous improvement and build organisational capability in risk management, compliance, governance, business continuity and audit. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders to support alignment with strategic objectives. Identify and assess risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle to ensure proactive management and mitigation. Develop and implement reporting tools and processes to accurately record and communicate risk information. Communicate with stakeholders to ensure understanding of obligations and support informed decision-making. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management, business resilience and internal audit strategies to ensure timely completion of reviews and controls. Provide technical and general advice on risk and issues management to support best-practice project methodologies. To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description. About You: To be successful in this role, you will: Demonstrated experience in project and program risk management, business resilience and internal audit within complex, multistakeholder environments. Strong knowledge of risk management, business continuity, compliance, and internal audit frameworks, tools and controls Experience designing and maintaining risk reporting mechanisms and dashboards that drive decision making. Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders, facilitating consultation and alignment to organisational strategy. Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clear, evidence based recommendations. Sound understanding of project management methodologies and issues management practices. Tertiary qualifications in risk management, engineering, business, public administration or related discipline; or equivalent experience. How to apply: Click ‘Apply Online’ to access our application portal and submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter and resume outlining your capabilities and experience relevant to the role. Application closing date: Sunday, 11 January 2026 (9:59am) For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact Zara Weiss at zara.weiss@safework.nsw.gov.au Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here. We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact Zara Weiss at zara.weiss@safework.nsw.edu.au For more information, please visit Information on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process A talent pool may be created to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Risk Officer will oversee the development and analysis of policies and procedures to improve project quality and compliance. They will also provide advice for continuous improvement and build relationships with stakeholders to align with strategic objectives.