Unit Manager Risk Management

Job Description

3686 | Office of the Council & CEO | Northern Suburbs Permanent, Full timeBand 7Salary $107,944 + Super + Flexible Working19 day month with RDO or 9 day fortnight option, your choice! About Us The City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure. Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed. The Role Make a difference in our community! A great opportunity to lead risk management in a dynamic organisation. Driving the effective management of business enterprise risks to minimise risk exposure for Council, employees and the community by providing high quality strategic, technical advice and support to Council regarding risk management, business continuity, and insurance activities. About you If you are a seasoned risk management leader with a track record of delivering strategic outcomes and positive change, this role may be perfect for you. To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to have: Extensive experience in risk management, insurance and business continuity Substantial understanding of local government or public sector and the context in which they operate Demonstrated skills and experience in managing complex workloads Demonstrated astuteness in understanding sensitive or critical nature correspondence Initiative, enthusiasm, flexibility, discretion and a strong work ethic is vital If this sounds like you, then you should definitely apply! Want to know more? For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below or If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Jacinta Stevens, Executive Manager Office of Council & CEO on 92172170. To apply for this position, you must address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, that applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria may not be considered. Applications close at 11.45pm on Friday 7 February 2025 Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified. Please note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted. We are happy to take applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia. At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone’s strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer. Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation. If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. #J-18808-Ljbffr