Director, Risk and Assurance

AMSA level 7 (EL2 equivalent)

$154,955 - $179,636 + 15.4% super

Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney AMSA Office Locations

Ongoing.

About AMSA - Work with Purpose

Safe Seas. Clean Seas. Saving Lives.

At Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), every role contributes to our mission to protect lives, support safe maritime operations, and safeguard Australia’s marine environment.

As Australia's national maritime regulator, we coordinate national maritime and aviation search and rescue services, protect Australia's marine environment, and support a secure and resilient maritime industry. Our work is made possible by the expertise of our people across corporate, specialist, digital and operational functions, working together to deliver services nationwide.

With around 500 employees across Australia, AMSA operates in a complex, highly regulated environment and offers meaningful careers with national reach and long-term impact. Learn more at amsa.gov.au.

About the Role

The Director Risk and Assurance leads AMSA's enterprise approach to risk, assurance, compliance and corporate governance, ensuring the organisation has the insight, oversight and assurance needed to make informed decisions and manage risk effectively. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with senior leaders, the Executive and Board Audit and Risk Committee to strengthen governance maturity, improve assurance coverage and drive continuous improvement across AMSA.

In this role you will:

- Lead AMSA's enterprise risk, assurance, compliance and governance frameworks.
- Oversee the enterprise risk register, assurance mapping and risk-based internal audit program.
- Provide strategic advice and reporting to the Executive and Board Audit and Risk Committee.




- Drive monitoring and improvement of audit actions, compliance obligations and organisational controls.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships while fostering a culture of accountability, effective risk management and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

You will bring:

- Significant experience leading enterprise risk, internal audit, assurance, compliance or governance functions.
- Strong understanding of risk management, assurance and corporate governance frameworks.
- Proven ability to influence, advise and build credibility with senior executives, Boards and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including developing capability and fostering high-performing teams.
- Strong judgement, analytical thinking and the ability to translate complex issues into practical business outcomes.
- Behaviours aligned with One AMSA values and ways of working.

For further details, please refer to the position description. Information about our terms and conditions of employment are contained in the AMSA Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2027

What We Offer at AMSA

At AMSA, we support our people to do their best work through:

- Competitive remuneration and salary packaging options
- 15.4% employer superannuation contribution
- Generous leave entitlements with 20 days annual leave plus paid Christmas shutdown




- Paid parental leave with 18 weeks for primary and 14 weeks for secondary carer
- Wellbeing focus with health reimbursements, flu vaccinations and an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Flexible work including work from home arrangements
- Career development including training, study assistance, paid professional memberships.
- Opportunity to connect, collaborate, and make a difference through AMSA’s staff-led networks

One AMSA: Shaping Our Future Together

One AMSA is our commitment to creating a workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive – where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to contribute. It shapes how we work together and ensures collaboration, trust, and shared purpose across AMSA.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the Careers at AMSA portal and click ‘Apply’ on the job listing before 11:55pm AEST on Sunday 23 August 2026.

You will need to provide:

- A resume (maximum 3 pages)
- A cover letter (up to 600 words) outlining your suitability based on the key responsibilities and capabilities required for the role.

For further information about the role, contact Stephanie Wahren, Chief Financial Officer on 02 •••• •968 or ••••@amsa.gov.au

For questions about the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a NV1 security clearance

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted, as AMSA recruitment is managed internally.

AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA.

📌 Director Risk and Assurance (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Maritime Safety Authority
📍 Canberra