Location: Brisbane (WFH 2 days a week) About the Team: Join a highly regarded Governance, Risk and Internal Audit team with a strong reputation for adding value and driving meaningful change. Our purpose is to provide confidence in business outcomes, strengthen risk and control capability, and support continuous improvement across the organisation About the role: As an Internal Audit Specialist, you’ll lead and deliver end‑to‑end internal audit engagements across a diverse and complex ASX‑listed business. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll partner closely with leaders across the business — from frontline operations through to Senior management and Group Executives — to deliver practical, risk‑based audit insights that make a real difference. You’ll apply contemporary internal audit and risk thinking, leverage sound professional judgement, and help shape how Aurizon continues to mature its risk and control environment. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver end‑to‑end internal audit engagements, independently and as part of a collaborative team Deliver internal audits in line with the Aurizon Internal Audit Methodology and relevant professional standards Prepare clear, high‑quality internal audit reports that articulate findings, root causes and practical recommendations Present audit outcomes and insights to line management, senior leaders and other key stakeholders Collaborate with external co‑source partners to optimise delivery and drive continuous improvement Monitor, validate and report on internal audit recommendations, including assessing the adequacy of management actions and identifying emerging risks Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit Plan and support reporting to senior leadership and Board Committees Act as a strong ambassador for the Internal Audit function, building trust and credibility across the business What you will bring : You’re curious, commercially minded and comfortable challenging the status quo — always with a solution‑focused mindset. You enjoy working in a non‑hierarchical environment where ideas matter and outcomes count. A relevant tertiary qualification (mandatory) Ideally 5 years’ experience in internal audit or risk assurance, gained in professional services and/or industry (ASX‑listed or Audit firm experience highly regarded, but not mandatory) Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess complex processes and controls using sound professional judgement Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to influence and engage senior stakeholders Business and commercial acumen with the ability to take an enterprise‑wide view Proven ability to work autonomously while also collaborating effectively within a team What we offer you: At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include: Development and growth opportunities. Access to mentoring and development programs. Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands. Parental leave program and super booster. About Aurizon. https://youtu.be/PHESxVZ6dQY Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture. At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment. To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers