Head of Internal Audit and Assurance
Head of Internal Audit and Assurance
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Job Description
We are seeking a strategic and influential Head of Internal Audit & Assurance to lead Downers Internal Audit Zero Harm Assurance and Investigations this senior leadership role you will provide independent objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen risk management governance and control frameworks across the Group.
As a trusted advisor to the Audit & Risk Committee Zero Harm Committee and Executive Leadership Team you will shape the audit vision and strategy drive a culture of continuous improvement and ensure operational excellence. You will also oversee fraud and corruption investigations and champion prevention detection and response measures.
This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned audit leader to make a significant organisational impact influence at Board level and lead a high-performing team in a complex multi-industry environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Set and Lead the Strategy Develop and execute the vision strategy and annual risk-based Internal Audit Plan in alignment with business objectives and Board priorities.
- Deliver High-Impact Audit & Assurance Programs Oversee internal audits reviews and investigations that add tangible value ensuring timely high-quality outcomes.
- Board & Executive Engagement Act as the key liaison to the Audit & Risk and Zero Harm Committees presenting insightful reports and recommendations.
- Fraud & Corruption Control Lead the Investigations team and implement an organisation-wide fraud and corruption control framework.
- Zero Harm Leadership Champion health safety and sustainability practices across all audit and assurance activities.
- Stakeholder Influence Build trusted relationships with Executives Senior Leaders and external auditors to drive collaboration and commitment to improvement initiatives.
- People & Capability Leadership Lead mentor and develop a team of audit professionals fostering a high-performance culture and building future capability.
- Quality & Continuous Improvement Maintain and enhance internal audit and assurance frameworks ensuring they reflect best practice and industry standards.
What You Will Bring
- Proven Senior Audit Leadership 10 years experience in senior audit or assurance roles ideally in complex industries such as construction services or facilities management.
- Professional Expertise Degree in a finance discipline with CA/CPA and/or CIA qualifications (or equivalent).
- Board-Level Presence Exceptional communication skills with the gravitas to engage influence and advise Executives Committees and the Board.
- Strategic & Operational Acumen Ability to set clear strategies while delivering operational excellence across concurrent high-profile projects.
- Deep Risk & Governance Knowledge Demonstrated success in strengthening risk management governance and control environments.
- People Leadership Track record of leading coaching and developing high-performing technical teams.
- Resilience & Judgement Highly adaptable commercially astute and able to make sound decisions in complex ambiguous situations.
Benefits Of Working with Downer
- Work with an ASX listed company working with market leaders.
- Grow your career with us we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning:
- Professional development programs
- Access to professional memberships and industry networks
- Professional development programs
- Be part of a team that cares we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employees wellbeing needs:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Programs promoting diversity and inclusion
- Flexible work arrangements
- A range of Corporate Benefits including:
- Discounted services (car hires hotels insurance retail stores gyms)
Why Downer
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Mori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Intern
