Group Manager Audit & Assurance (Melbourne)

VicTrack is the custodial owner of Victoria’s rail transport land, assets and infrastructure. We work to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system and make travel and living better for all Victorians. With much of our asset portfolio dedicated to rail transport – our land, infrastructure, trams, trains and telecommunication networks – our focus is on strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions. When you join VicTrack, you'll become part of an organisation that celebrates the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences of our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. Everyone is welcome to apply for a role at VicTrack and we encourage open discussions about any adjustments you might need during the recruitment process or within the role. If you have a disability or specific access requirements, please let us know how we can offer you additional support.
- Flexible work environment | Hybrid work 3 x days in office, 2 x days WFH
- Stable work environment – Victorian Government state‑owned enterprise
- Free access to on‑site gym and end‑of‑trip facilities
- Training and development opportunities to help you grow and develop your career The challenges of our fast‑growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects in telecommunications, property development and project delivery – with job opportunities as diverse as our organisation. The Role The Group Manager, Audit and Assurance is responsible for providing independent oversight of VicTrack’s governance, risk management and control frameworks and environments. The role leads the management and delivery of a risk‑based internal audit programme, providing insights and recommendations to strengthen organisational performance, accountability and compliance. Acting as an independent audit function, the position provides an independent assessment of how well controls are designed and working in practice. Supporting senior leaders to identify and respond to key risks and systemic issues, and support improvements through delivery. The role oversees information governance, policies and records management. The role is offered on a 3‑year PESES‑1 contract. Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a risk‑based internal audit programme.
- Provide independent assessment of governance, risk and control frameworks, including testing design adequacy and operating effectiveness across business functions.
- Undertake regular audits of risk and compliance matters and deliver clear recommendations to the Executive and Audit and Risk Management Committee, supporting effective governance and decision‑making.
- Monitor and report on the implementation of audit recommendations, ensuring timely remediation of control weaknesses and continuous improvement.
- Maintain enterprise information governance frameworks, including policy lifecycle management, records management and controlled document registers.
- Identify opportunities for improvement to strengthen compliance, accountability and organisational performance.
- Provide insights on emerging risks, trends and control gaps, supporting proactive management and continuous improvement across the organisation.
- Maintain independence, objectivity and adherence to internal audit standards, ensuring credibility and integrity of assurance activities. Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or related discipline and professional accreditation (CA/CPA or equivalent) (mandatory) Knowledge & Experience
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to build, coach and support high performing teams.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across team and with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience delivering strategic priorities and working with senior stakeholders in complex environments.
- Extensive experience delivering risk‑based internal audit programmes, including control testing, audit reporting and engagement with Board committees.
- Demonstrated experience strengthening governance, compliance and control environments within complex organisations.
- Strong analytical capability, including the ability to assess complex systems, identify root causes and provide practical, risk‑based recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and while building effective relationships and providing thoughtful advice to senior stakeholders. Offer of employment is strictly subject to successful background (pre‑employment screening) and criminal history check. VicTrack is an equal chance and human rights employer. Closing Date: 19/06/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrmxo