Enterprise Risk Manager Entity : High Speed Rail Authority Location : Sydney or Canberra Duration : Non-Ongoing - 12 to 24 months Temporary Fixed Term Salary Range : $144,716 to $162,627 Base plus 15.5% Super The Australian Government is planning a future high speed rail network to connect Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and regional communities across the east coast. As Enterprise Risk Manager for the Australian Government's High Speed Rail Authority, you'll embed strategic risk thinking across the organisation, ensuring governance, compliance and ethical standards are upheld at every level. The key duties of the position include About the Role This is a leadership role that blends strategic foresight with operational rigour. You'll guide the development and implementation of risk frameworks that support confident decision-making and resilient project delivery. • Lead the design and continuous improvement of the HSRA's risk management framework • Advise senior executives and governance bodies on enterprise, operational, and project-level risks • Define and monitor risk appetite and tolerance across the organisation • Oversee internal audit activities and compliance with public sector policies and legislation • Champion a strong risk culture and ethical conduct across all functions Your Impact You will be instrumental in building a transparent, accountable, and future-ready organisation. • Evaluate and report on risk control effectiveness and cultural maturity • Develop policies on fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, and ethical behaviour • Integrate risk management into broader policy frameworks and operational systems • Deliver risk intelligence through dashboards, reports, and performance metrics • Build capability through training, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement About You You're a strategic thinker with deep expertise in public sector risk, governance, and compliance. You bring: • Proven experience in enterprise risk management and internal audit • Strong understanding of public sector governance frameworks and ethical standards • Ability to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • A collaborative leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement
