Manager Governance and Risk

About the position

The Manager Governance and Risk has responsibility for leading Council’s governance and risk functions providing high level strategic, legislative and operational advice to assist the organisation to implement best practice governance and enterprise frameworks.  This position manages a team of professionals, including Integrated Planning and Reporting, Internal Audit, Records Management, Policies and Procedures and Business Improvement.

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW's most dynamic local government areas. For over four decades it has been at the heart of the State's energy industry, and we are now on the transition to being a renewable energy hub. We have the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, a healthy viticulture industry, and a large part of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park within the Shire. We are also central to Newcastle, Tamworth and Dubbo.

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and we are committed to employee welfare and development. 

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business Administration,  Corporate Governance, Public Administration or significant experience in local government or a related field.
• Experience, understanding and appreciation of Local Government’s role in the community, in the structure of government and in governance, business improvement and risk management.
• A broad knowledge of regional issues and familiarity with key government agencies, business organisations and stakeholder groups.
• Proven experience in Integrated Planning and Reporting.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work within timeframes and meet deadlines.
• Experience in undertaking and analysing reports and preparing complex written documents.
• Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (above).
• Demonstrated Advanced key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (above).

We offer

• Permanent, Full Time position 
• Salary from $120,310 to $135,173 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Motor vehicle allowance
• Flexible work arrangements 
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

Further information and to apply

For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Shaelee Welchman, Director Community and Economy on 0411 632 455. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700.

If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources.

To apply: 

1. Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Please keep your responses concise. An unfinished application cannot be retrieved to finish at a later date. 
2. Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
3. Click ‘Apply’.
4. You will receive an email confirming that your application has been submitted.
5. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application.
6. Applications close on 11 October 2024 

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at The Welcome Experience : Muswellbrook Shire Council (nsw.gov.au)