Assurance Specialist Lead

1 week ago


Adelaide, Australia SA Water Full time

About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the role

The Assurance Specialist Lead will proactively enhance the value of SA Water’s Corporate Assurance function. This role provides independent and objective assurance, advice, and insights to the Board (via the Governance, Finance and Risk Committee), Chief Executive, and Senior Management regarding the effectiveness of risk management, governance, and internal control processes.

About Business Insights and Excellence

The Business Insights and Excellence group drives operational excellence by enabling best business practices, economic pricing, supply chain management, and performance optimisation to support the broader business and partners in delivering reliable, cost-effective, sustainable, and future-focused outcomes.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day. 

You will: 

  • Maintain the integrity of the Corporate Compliance Framework by adhering to all legal and organisational obligations, including legislation and internal policies.
  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of SA Water’s Assurance Framework, embedding it into daily operations and providing recommendations for enhancements.
  • Contribute to the development of reports for the Governance, Finance, and Risk Committee and lead 2nd line assurance reporting for Executive oversight.
  • Develop and implement efficient and contemporary assurance processes, systems, and practices across SA Water.
  • Build strong relationships across the business and participate collaboratively to leverage expertise for better decision-making.

Your success in this role will come from:

  • Tertiary qualifications in law, accounting, internal audit, public policy/administration, or a related discipline.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for influencing stakeholders.
  • Strategic and conceptual thinking with sound decision-making abilities.
  • Relevant experience in an assurance role or related field.
  • Knowledge of governance disciplines in large organisations, especially within the public sector (Desirable)
  • Understanding of the political and legislative context affecting public organisations (Desirable)
  • Ability to navigate complex political and legislative environments with minimal direction.

Further information can be found in the attached PD- Assurance Specialist Lead PD.docx

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Tracy from the Talent Acquisition team tracy.rayan@sawater.com.au

Applications close 4pm, 19 November 2024.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted. 



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