Manager, Risk

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**Role Purpose**

At Yarra Trams, our mission is to deliver world-class transport services to our passengers. In this role, you will contribute to this goal by:

- Developing a generative and risk aware safety culture throughout Yarra Trams by leading and continuously improving the risk management aspects of the Yarra Trams Safety Management System and operations
- Providing thought leadership and guidance to the development of the SMS and Operational Risk Management, this position works closely with functional Directors to drive organisational change and implementation of a continuously improving SMS and Operational Risk Framework.
- Ensuring that operational risks — including health, safety, environmental, sustainability, and security risks — are effectively identified, assessed, controlled, and monitored across the organisation. The role is responsible for managing the Management of Change (MoC) process and coordinating Notifications of Change (NoC) to ONRSR.

**Responsibilities**
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the operational risk management framework that enables systematic identification, analysis, treatment, and monitoring of operational risks.
- Manage and maintain the Operational Risk Register and ensure timely reporting and escalation of key risks.
- Provide expert advice on risk-related matters to operational and executive teams, including control effectiveness, emerging risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Developing and delivering training to support implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management approach and the SMS.
- Development, implementation and maintenance of a risk aware culture in Yarra Trams
- Monitoring the integration of risk reporting with investigation and audit activity to ensure an accurate and live risk register to support business decision making and provide improved organisational assurance.
- Manage the Management of Change (MoC) process, ensuring changes are assessed for risk and control measures are identified and implemented effectively.

**Skills/Experience**
- Proven knowledge and extensive experience of implementation and operating in an integrated SMS and environment.
- Proven experience in risk management and conducting risk assessments within technical projects and/or construction environments.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining compliance with legislation, standards or a similar discipline.
- Possess a sound understanding of relevant Operational Rules and Procedures, Codes of Practice, Policies and Practices.
- Must be skilled in coaching, supporting and educating line managers

**Why Yarra Trams?**

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace grounded in respect, celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity. You’ll also enjoy the following benefits:

- A free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
- Competitive salary and great conditions
- Professional development
- Career growth opportunities
- A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers

**About Yarra Trams**

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).