VALUES
Raise the Bar, Create Brilliance Together, Dream Boldly/Change Bravely, Integrity in Every Step.
ABOUT COUNCIL
Southern Grampians Shire Council serves a diverse and connected community in Victoria's south-west, delivering services that enhance quality of life, support local growth and strengthen community wellbeing.
We are committed to creating a workplace that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement, where our people feel supported to do their best work.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Risk and Records Officer, you will work alongside the Governance and Risk Coordinator, to provide specialist advice and support to managers and teams across Council to identify, assess, and mitigate risk in line with legislative requirements, Council policy, and best practice risk management principles.
The role is also responsible for Council's record management service delivery to the organisation in relation to effective and efficient management of Council records in accordance with thePublic Records Act ****,Information Privacy Actand PROV Standards through development and implementation of contemporary record management practices.
In this role, you will:
Oversee and support Council's strategic and operational risk management framework, insurance portfolio and risk reporting obligations
Lead Council's record management service delivery to the organisation
Contribute to a strong risk-aware and governance-focused culture through accountability, quality reporting and analysis
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Risk or Records professional seeking to broaden their knowledge and expertise within a multi-disciplinary, community focused organisation.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Providerisk and records advice to internal and external stakeholders




Guidestaff to understand their risk and records obligations
ManageCouncil's risk management framework and record management practices
Interpretlegislation, policies and procedures
SupportCouncil's accountability to the Audit and Risk Committee and Executive Leadership Team through quality reporting and analysis
Facilitate and Drivecontinuous improvement
Buildstrong relationships across Council
Assistwith broader administrative duties as required
ABOUT YOU:
Demonstratethe below traits or have the driveand attitude to gain the skills and be willing to be mentored and undergo training.
Experiencein risk and/or record management or relevant administrative roles in the local government sector
Knowledgeof legislation, policies and procedures
Strongcommunication and stakeholder skills – ability to build credibility
Soundjudgement and professionalism
Problem-solvingcapability
Abilityto manage competing priorities and deliver within timeframes
Collaborativeapproach
Local governmentexperience (desirable)
WHY JOIN US?
Great work life balance
Competitive remuneration
Salary Sacrifice
Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Meaningful work supporting the organisation
Collaborative team workplace
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities
We are a child safe organisation
Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Karly Herring, Governance and Risk Coordinator via phone on *********.
Full details of this position are in the candidate information pack attached below.
How to apply:
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Download and read the candidate information packhere
Attach aresumeandcover letteraddressing the key selection criteria
Applications close: Friday 14 August **** at 5.00pm

📌 Risk And Records Officer (Horsham)
🏢 Southern Grampians Shire Council
📍 Horsham