Shape better decisions.
Strengthen resilience.
Protect what matters.
Fulltime - Ongoing Salary: Starting from $112,404 + Superannuation This is not a typical risk management role.
And the City of Playford is not a typical council.
Playford is one of South Australia's fastest growing and most dynamic communities, a place where growth, transformation and community outcomes go hand in hand.
As our city continues to evolve, effective risk and crisis management plays a critical role in ensuring we deliver secure, sustainable and high-performing services for our community.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Risk Specialist to support the ongoing implementation and evolution of Council's Integrated Risk Management Framework and Crisis Management Response Framework.
Why this role matters Strong risk management is more than compliance.
It enables better decisions, supports innovation and helps organisations navigate uncertainty with confidence.
As the Risk Specialist, you will play a key role in embedding a proactive risk culture across the organisation.
Whether you're providing expert advice, developing frameworks and resources, improving organisational capability or supporting crisis preparedness, your work will directly contribute to stronger governance,



organisational resilience and improved community outcomes.
This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact by helping leaders and teams manage risk effectively, respond confidently to emerging challenges and support long-term organisational success.
The Opportunity In this role, you will: Support the implementation, development and review of the Integrated Risk Management Framework and Crisis Management Response Framework, including associated plans, processes and toolkits.
Provide practical advice, support and assistance to internal and external stakeholders on risk management, and crisis management matters.
Deliver key risk and crisis management activities across the organisation in line with legislative requirements and agreed timeframes.
Develop tools, resources, training and guidance to build capability and support consistent risk management practice.
Prepare accurate correspondence, documentation and reports for management, Council and the Corporate Governance Committee as required.
Build and maintain effective partnerships to ensure risk, and crisis management practices remain fit for purpose and support organisational goals.

📌 Risk Specialist (Adelaide)
🏢 City Of Playford
📍 Adelaide