Expressions of interest are sought from suitably qualified and independent persons to fill the role of External (Independent) Chairperson and External (Independent) Member on the Scenic Rim Regional Council's Audit & Risk Committee.

The Audit & Risk Committee provides independent assurance and assistance to Council on audit, compliance, risk management, control and corporate governance responsibilities. The Audit & Risk Committee operates in accordance with the relevant Policy and Terms of Reference which are available on Council's website.

Council recognises the importance of its members having a mix of skills and experience. It is anticipated that Candidates will have several areas of strength but may not have the same depth of skills in all areas. Candidates are asked to provide information regarding their skills and experience in the following areas:

• Financial sustainability and asset management;

• Internal Audit oversight;

• External Audit oversight;

• Local government responsibilities, functions and practices;

• Risk Management and other corporate governance functions;

• Human Resource Management risks and organisation culture;

• Project management risks; and

• Information Technology Systems risks.

Consideration will be given to candidate's experience on boards, governing committees, risk committees or audit committees in the public and/or private sector including not for profit and volunteer roles. Prior experience on an audit committee is not a mandatory requirement.



Candidates should outline their relevant committee or other relevant experience.

The current independent members are approaching the end of their terms of appointment. In accordance with the Terms of Reference members may be appointed for a term of up to four years and are generally to only be appointed for one additional term.

The current Chair would commence at the first meeting of the Audit and Risk Committee in 2027. The timing for commencement of the Member role would be negotiated with the successful candidate to help ensure a smooth transition between members.

Remuneration is set on a per committee meeting basis, with the Chair to receive approximately $2500 per meeting and the External Member approximately $1900 per meeting. This would be managed in accordance with the relevant provisions in the Terms of Reference. There are a minimum of five meetings held each year with an average duration of three hours each meeting. Attendance in person is preferred, with flexibility for remote participation where appropriate.

For further information about Council and the Audit and Risk Committee please visit Council's website www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au.

Any questions in relation to these roles can be directed to the Director Corporate and Community Services by phoning (07) 5540 5***.

Expressions of Interest should be sent to ****@scenicrim.qld.gov.au before 5pm on 30 October 2026.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

📌 External Member and Chairperson, Audit and Risk Committee (Brisbane)
🏢 Scenic Rim Regional Council
📍 Brisbane