• Permanent Part time – 30 hours per week
• Salary from $90,298 to $97,598 per annum (pro-rata), plus superannuation

About the Role
Reporting to the Coordinator Risk & Assurance , your role is primarily accountable for assisting with the development and delivery of Risk Management Framework to support the achievement of corporate objectives and providing operational support to the Risk Management team.

Working closely with internal stakeholders and customers, the Senior Risk & Support Assurance Officer will also be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist the implementation and maintain the City's Risk Management Framework to eliminate or minimise risk exposure including the review and testing of controls and actions within the risk registers.
• Provides advice, guidance and support on matters related to Strategic, Corporate and Operational risk management to promote a positive risk culture, in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts and supports risk workshops and assessments to ensure compliant with relevant obligations and the City's framework, policies, procedures and recommends appropriate actions.
• Maintains relevant registers, databases and systems, ensuring that Strategic, Corporate and Operational risk information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible as required.
• Prepares reports on risk matters that enables fully informed and timely decision-making.
• Coordinates the review and monitoring of Crisis Management Plan and Business Continuity plans for the City.
• Contributes to the development of risk systems, processes and procedures.
• Assists the administration tasks in the general running of the Service Unit.

About You
You will possess the majority of the following skills and experience:

• Relevant experience or formal qualifications in risk management, business or compliance.
• Competency in applications such as Excel, MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience in administrative, financial processes and continuous improvement.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Local government experience (desirable but not essential)

About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Why work for the City of Wanneroo
The City offers a range of employment benefits including:

• Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• Free on-site parking;
• A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;
• Professional development opportunities;
• An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
• An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.

Interested?
If this position sounds like you - then apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Reference Number: 680255
Close date: 8th July 2025

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Sharon Foster, Coordinator Risk & Assurance Specialist on 9405 5357

Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.