Executive Level 1Adelaide, SA; Alice Springs, NT; Bendigo, VIC; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Mackay, QLD; Melbourne, VIC; Newcastle, NSW; Orange, NSW; Perth, WA; Rockhampton, QLD; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD$129,477 - $143,099
About The Department Of Employment And Workplace Relations
We are committed to empowering futures, ensuring rights and enriching lives. We support people to have safe, secure and well-paid work with the skills for a sustainable future as we ourselves strive to be a model employer.
We provide the framework for fair and productive relationships between employers and employees. We also oversee skills development and training initiatives to support those entering the workforce or re-training to take advantage of emerging employment opportunities.
With us, your work directly contributes to shaping the employment landscape. Whether you are engaging in policy development, program implementation, or direct support services, your efforts will have a tangible impact on job seekers, employees and the economy by giving them a framework to build a future anchored and realised through employment.
It is our ambition to do things differently, to create the 'department of great jobs'– where our people reflect our purpose.
The Role
Reporting to the Internal Audit Director, the EL1 Internal Auditor leads and delivers complex internal audit engagements that provide assurance and insights to senior executives and the Audit and Risk Committee. The role applies a risk-based approach to assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes across the organisation. The position also contributes to the evolution of the internal audit function by leveraging data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies.
Responsibilities Of The EL1 May Include
Lead and deliver internal audit engagements: Plan, execute, and report on complex audits in line with the annual Internal Audit Plan and professional standards. Assess governance, risk, and controls: Apply a risk-based approach to evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes across the organisation. Build stakeholder relationships: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business areas to understand their operations, risks, and control environments. Provide insights and recommendations: Identify opportunities to improve organisational performance, efficiency, and integrity through audit findings and recommendations. Leverage data analytics and technology: Use data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance audit coverage, identify anomalies, and support continuous assurance. Prepare reports and briefings: Produce high-quality audit reports and briefings for senior executives and the Audit and Risk Committee. Monitor audit actions: Track the implementation of agreed audit actions and assess the effectiveness of corrective measures. Contribute to audit planning: Assist in developing the Internal Audit Plan through risk assessments and stakeholder consultation. Support capability uplift: Mentor colleagues, share knowledge, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the audit team.
Duties and Responsibilities
We are seeking an individual with the following skills and capabilities:
Demonstrated experience in leading and delivering complex internal audits in a public sector or regulated environment. Strong understanding of risk management, internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO, ISO 31000) and public sector governance. Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, ACL, IDEA, Python, SQL) and an understanding of how AI can be applied in audit contexts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings clearly and persuasively. Proven ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels. Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, auditing, business or a related field. Professional certification (e.g. CIA, CPA, CA, CISA) or working towards one.
Qualifications and Education
A strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and frameworks is essential.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to provide a summary (no more than 750 words) that outlines skills, knowledge, and experience and why you should be considered for this vacancy. You should take into consideration the position overview (including any detailed position specific requirements) when drafting your response. Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
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In the eRecruit (the department's online recruitment system) you will also need to:
upload a Curriculum Vitaeprovide contact details for 2 Referees.
Eligibility
Don't meet all the role requirements?
At DEWR we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and seek to recruit staff with a wide range of backgrounds, skill levels, disciplines and working styles. If this role resonates with you and you are excited about making an impact, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Citizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department, you must be an Australian Citizen or, in limited circumstances, in the process of obtaining it.
Security Clearance - our successful candidate is required to hold, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a Negative Level 1 security clearance.
Please refer to the Job Information Pack for more information about the role.