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Head of Risk
Full-Time Opportunity
Sydney
Establish, embed and oversee a strong organisational Enterprise Risk Management Policy and Framework in this newly created Head of function, impactful role.
About the role:
Coal Services seeking an experienced Head of Risk Management to establish, embed and oversee a solid organisational Enterprise Risk Management Policy and Framework in this newly created Head of function, impactful role.
This is a unique, newly created opportunity to bring your Risk Management expertise and regulated environment experience to this function where you will support informed decision-making, strengthen governance, and safeguard the organisation's reputation, sustainability, and performance.
Working closely with the Executive Leadership team, Board of Directors and Finance, Legal and Audit functions, you will oversee and operationalise the governance and compliance, critical control management, Incident management, crisis management, along with other Risk management requirements that support strategic, operational and financial risks.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop, implement, and continuously improve the organisation's enterprise risk management policy and framework
Align risk management practices with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversee organisation wide risk identification, assessment, and prioritisation processes.




Establish and maintain risk reporting frameworks and dashboards for executives and the Board
Monitor compliance with risk appetite and escalates breaches appropriately
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
Liaise with regulators and external auditors as required
Oversee incident management frameworks, including risk events and near misses.
Work closely with senior leaders to embed risk management into business operations.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, auditors, and Business Units.
Provide strategic advice on risk implications of major initiatives, investments, and transformations.
About you:
Your education, experience and skills will include:
Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Business, Commerce, Finance, Law or Health & Safety
Professional Certification in Risk Management or Governance
Certified Risk Manager ISO*****
Strategic thinker with ability to link risk management to business strategy
Leadership experience and capability to build high performing teams that can influence at executive levels.
Excellent stakeholder management both internally and externally
Integrity and ethics that promote a strong ethical compliance culture.
What we offer:
Flexible working arrangements
7.25-hour days, Monday to Friday
5 weeks annual leave
18 days sick/carer's leave and 3 days family/emergency leave
Additional company holidays at Easter and Christmas
Access to retailer discounts through a Smart Spending App
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📌 Head Of Risk (New South Wales)
🏢 Coal Services
📍 New South Wales