Senior Risk Advisor

452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

2-year fixed term, full-time

Shape safer rail projects and help drive change in a workplace that values diverse perspectives and practical expertise.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and highly capable Senior Risk Advisor to join V/Line's Projects function, leading best-practice risk management across a major portfolio of works.

This is a critical role where you'll guide project and operational teams to identify, assess and manage risks across the lifecycle, embedding robust practices that meet both AS ISO 31000 and the Rail Safety National Law (RSNL), including SFAIRP (so far as is reasonably practicable).

As our Senior Risk Advisor, you'll:

• Lead and implement consistent risk management practices across the Projects portfolio.
• Conduct and facilitate risk assessments and reviews, identifying controls and helping build strong treatment plans.
• Monitor operational risk activities, provide insights, and offer improvements that strengthen compliance and delivery confidence.
• Act as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to Project Managers and senior stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver risk reporting for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT).
• Help shape the Risk Management Annual Plan in partnership with the Risk Manager and Quality, Compliance and Risk functions.
• Plan and deliver risk training to uplift capability across the Group.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure and clarity, and who can bring both the technical confidence and stakeholder presence to influence senior professionals across safety, engineering, delivery, and executive teams.

About You

We are seeking a senior professional with deep expertise in project and operational risk. We need someone who brings strong technical skills, understands the complexity of the rail environment, and can lead risk management from the front.

To be considered, you must meet most, or all, of the following key selection criteria:

• At least 5 years of demonstrable risk management experience in rail, construction, or complex infrastructure projects.
• Proven application of AS ISO 31000 Risk Management Guidelines and Rail Safety National Law (RSNL), including risk reduction so far as is reasonably practicable (SFAIRP).
• Strong working knowledge of project risk management, including identifying risks, assessing controls, and implementing effective treatment plans across the project lifecycle.
• Subject matter expertise in risk frameworks, methodologies, and reporting that align to AS ISO 310000, including experience preparing reports for senior leaders and executives.
• Experience planning and facilitating risk assessments and workshops, and the ability to influence others to adopt sound risk practices.
• An understanding of Safety in Design and how it integrates with project delivery and compliance obligations.
• The ability to coach others and deliver structured training to uplift risk capability across project teams.
• Familiarity with V/Line's internal frameworks (LEST-2, SAPR-9) or the capability to quickly gain proficiency.

Tertiary qualifications in risk, engineering, business, finance, or science are desirable.

Benefits

Salary for this 2-year fixed-term role is in the range from Clerk C5 (Base $106,204) to SO 1.3 (Base $129,759), in accordance with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administrative Employees Agreement 2023.

Benefits include a 4-week's annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, 11.5% employer-paid super, and free myki for metro & regional travel.

How to Apply

Drive risk leadership in major rail infrastructure projects. Join a team that's building the future of Victoria's transport network.

For position-related enquiries, please contact [email protected]

Click 'Apply' to submit your application. We invite you to submit your current resume and answer a few pre-screening questions; a cover letter is not required.

The recruitment and selection process may include online assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews, and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including probity (police) checks, qualifications checks, and Australian entitlement to work.

Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 19 June 2025

About V/Line

V/Line's purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3,700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3,100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential - We're transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment - V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team - You'll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working - We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at [email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world's oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners' lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our Safeworking standards.