Quality, Compliance and Risk Officer

2 days ago

Carlton, Victoria, Australia Australian College of Optometry Full time $91,000 - $101,000 per year

Why work for the ACO

Our vision is to achieve world leading eye health outcomes for all.

We aim to be a global leader in primary public health eye care, providing best practice and holistic care to patients in need. We will achieve this through clinical excellence, translational clinical and public health research, education, and collaboration. Patient-centred models will underpin everything we do.

Key details

Location: Carlton/ hybrid working arrangements available.

Fraction: Part time, 3 days per week.

Remuneration: $91000-$101000 pro rata, including superannuation + salary packaging benefits.

About the position

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this key position supports the organisation by optimising operational processes, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Accountabilities

  • Support and maintain the organisation's compliance, quality assurance and risk management frameworks.
  • Identify areas for improvement in systems and processes and implement effective solutions.
  • Monitor and evaluate organisational risks, providing strategic recommendations for mitigation.
  • Ensure alignment with internal policies, industry standards and legal obligations/
  • Collaboration across the organisation to foster a pro-active, quality drive, and compliant organisational culture.

About You

You are a dynamic professional who brings both strategic insight and hands on capability. You combine a deep understanding of governance and compliance with the skills to influence positive change across a unique and evolving healthcare environment. You are passionate about driving excellence, ensuring compliance and managing organisational risk.

Skills and Knowledge

  • Strong analytical and problem- solving skills with a strategic mindset.
  • A solid understanding of compliance, quality and risk management principles.
  • Proven ability to interpret and apply regulatory and policy requirements.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • A commitment to continuous improvement and organisational excellence.

Essential criteria

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and certificates in risk management, business and/or related topic.
  • Proven success in reviewing, managing, and re-engineering business processes and systems, with experience in managing Risk and Compliance frameworks.
  • A proven understanding of requisite legislation and compliances standards, including:
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
  • Any other relevant legislations.

The ACO will be reviewing applications as received and reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable candidate be appointed. Applications close 
Wednesday 19 November 2025.

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