AUDIT LEAD (12-MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

ABOUT CONTAINER EXCHANGE (COEX) Container Exchange (COEX) is the Queensland Government appointed not-for-profit operator of the Containers for Change scheme and is proud to deliver a program that continues to generate positive environmental, social and economic outcomes for communities throughout the state. Since launching in 2018, the network has grown to more than 400 refund points across Queensland and has now recycled over 12 billion containers.

COEX's not-for-profit status enables reinvestment where it matters most, ensuring all Queenslanders can access and benefit from the scheme. While purpose-driven at its core, COEX operates with the commercial discipline, strong governance and team-oriented culture of a high-performing organisation.

With an extensive statewide network and a commitment to continuous improvement, COEX offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that delivers lasting environmental and community impact across Queensland.

THE ROLE Reporting to the Manager, Audit & Risk, the Audit Lead will play a key role in delivering COEX's compliance and assurance program across its statewide network.

This 12-month fixed term contract will see you conducting compliance reviews and site-based assurance activities across multiple Container Exchange operators throughout Queensland. Working closely with site managers, operational teams and internal stakeholders, you will assess compliance obligations, identify risks and improvement opportunities, and support the ongoing integrity of the Containers for Change scheme.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being out in the field,



building relationships across operational environments and balancing structured audit processes with practical business outcomes.

Candidates with experience auditing or working within operational, blue-collar or multi-site environments will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Delivering COEX's Scheme Compliance Review Program across Queensland

Conducting site-based compliance reviews and assurance activities across Container Exchange operators

Planning and coordinating audit schedules across multiple locations and stakeholders

Building strong working relationships with site managers and operational teams

Identifying compliance risks, process gaps and improvement opportunities

Preparing audit findings, reports and recommendations for management

Monitoring corrective actions and assessing remediation outcomes

Supporting internal audit and broader assurance activities across the business

Maintaining accurate audit records, working papers and compliance documentation

Contributing to the ongoing improvement of audit, compliance and assurance processes

Supporting risk, compliance and integrity initiatives as required

ABOUT YOU This role will suit an audit, compliance or assurance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and gaining a practical understanding of how businesses operate on the ground.





You will be comfortable engaging with a broad range of stakeholders, from site-based employees and operational leaders through to corporate teams. You understand how to assess compliance requirements, identify risks and provide practical recommendations that support both operational performance and governance outcomes.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU WILL DEMONSTRATE

Experience in internal audit, compliance, assurance, operational auditing or similar review environments

Experience conducting audits, compliance reviews or assurance activities across multiple sites or locations

Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build credibility with operational teams

Experience working within operational or asset-intensive industries such as waste management, logistics, transport, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure or similar sectors

The ability to identify risks, control weaknesses and compliance issues while maintaining a practical, solutions-focused approach

Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills

The ability to prepare clear and concise reports and recommendations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A proactive and self-sufficient approach, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Experience working across geographically dispersed operations or large site networks will be highly regarded.

Flexibility to occasionally travel throughout Queensland, including regional locations, will be required.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

12-month fixed term contract with a purpose-led organisation delivering positive environmental outcomes

The opportunity

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