** Applications close 11.55pm, Sunday 12 October 2025 **

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Location

Hobart or Launceston

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.

Duties

In the context of assigned work (which would generally be of a low to moderate risk nature):

1. Manage the development and execution of audit plans in accordance with the requirements of the auditing standards and within the framework of the Office’s audit methodology.
2. Utilise current information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
3. Be the primary contact for assigned audits and take on responsibility for the overall quality of those audits.
4. Effectively supervise team members including providing clear instructions, timely review of work completed and provision of constructive feedback.
5. Organise self and team members to deliver work that meets the agreed requirements and expectations including established timeframes and budgets, as well as communicating progress to relevant parties.
6. Liaise with client staff with a focus on developing and maintaining professional working relationships.
7. Effectively resolve technical matters arising during the course of work escalating issues where appropriate.
8. Contribute to the development of reports that include compelling narrative with observations and recommendations that are supported by appropriate evidence and analysis of data
9. Contribute to the overall achievement of Office outcomes.

Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators that are developed and agreed to for each role in the Office and documented in annual Performance Plans.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
3. Identification check.

Desirable Requirements

Diploma or a tertiary qualification at degree level in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.

Driver’s Licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Senior Auditor (various) - Statement of Duties - September 2025.docx

Senior Auditor (various) - Statement of Duties - September 2025.pdf

Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.DOCX

Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.pdf

Information for Applicants (Audit).docx

Information for Applicants (Audit).pdf

How to apply

1. Review the Statement of Duties.
2. Click the "Apply now" button.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties (please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria).
5. Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via [email protected].

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

For more information, please contact:

Stephen Morrison
Assistant Auditor-General
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (03) 6165 9541