Manager, Integrity, Investigations And Assurance

Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is an integrated transport infrastructure and precincts planning project that will deliver a 90km rail line linking every major train service from the Frankston Line to the Werribee Line via Melbourne Airport, as well as investment in the suburbs, better connecting Victorians to jobs, retail, education, health services and each other. Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) is the statutory body established to plan all elements of the project, procure builders, develop structure planning for SRL Precincts and oversee construction and the other changes that will help transform Melbourne and Victoria.

SRL is more than a rail project. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to plan for and prepare our city and state to meet the needs of future Victorians, and we can't do it alone. We are on the lookout for people with drive, expertise, fresh ideas and new perspectives to deliver Victoria's biggest ever infrastructure project. You will be part of history in the making, and while we're at it, we will be shaping your future too.

We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Integrity Investigator to contributing to upholding the organisation’s commitment to ethical conduct and compliance. You will create awareness of a culture of integrity, compliance and ethical behaviour, conducting investigations, and ensuring consistent adherence to the Public Sector Values and the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees.

Reporting to the Director, Integrity and Assurance, you will play a pivotal role in:

• Leading the development and implementation of the newly created Integrity Investigations and Assurance team including scoping and planning the function and coordinating key deliverables
• Managing the Integrity Investigations and Assurance team including business planning, performance appraisals, one-to-one supervision and professional development of team members
• Leading integrity investigations including, planning, investigations, reporting and advice to senior stakeholders
• Assessing, evaluating and triaging information and intelligence that may result in administrative internal investigations
• Leading the development and implementation of integrity education, communications and training strategy
• Contributing to effective integrity processes, methods and internal governance to influence and maintain a robust integrity culture
• Supporting the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of the organisation’s integrity framework
• Contributing to joint agency operations with oversight bodies and providing direct support to law enforcement partners in both operational and strategic contexts
• Supporting the organisation to meet fraud and corruption control requirements under the relevant Australian Standard (AS 8001:2021)
• Leading the development, implementation and monitoring of integrity detection and Assurance activities to identify and respond to instances of improper conduct and corruption

This is a permanent, full-time role. You will work in a hybrid work model with access to a range of flexible working arrangements.

For more information, please refer to the position description.

• Excellent leadership with the ability to drive a culture of innovative practices and continuous improvement
• Outstanding policy skills with the ability to keeps up-to-date with a broad range of contemporary issues, and build trusting relationships with senior leaders to engender support for proposals
• Exceptional organisational awareness with the ability to use strategic relationships and knowledge to predict and prepare for the impact of events on the organisation and understand the impact of external events and changing stakeholder needs on the organisation
• A strong communicator who is able to provide high-level advice on influencing and the needs of target audiences, and effectively negotiate with stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes
• Experience in managing Investigations and/or significant experience in delivering education and training in an integrity environment (desirable)
• Advanced understanding of principles of integrity, particularly in a government context, and how they apply to the organisation’s operating environment (desirable)

• Generous leave entitlements
• An emphasis on work-life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety and wellbeing
• Training and development opportunities

At SRLA, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee is valued and respected. We actively encourage and seek applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and welcome candidates from all gender identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our organisation. Our people strategy and gender equality action plan are designed to enhance diversity in our workplace through targeted attraction strategies. Please reach out to *********@srla.vic.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Please click Apply Now to submit your application online. Please include a resume and a one-page cover letter. We want to know why you want to work for the Suburban Rail Loop Authority, why you are interested in the role, and taking into account the key selection criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.

For individuals with disability requiring adjustments during the recruitment process, we are here to provide support. Please contact *********@srla.vic.gov.au and we will ensure your needs are met during the application and recruitment process.

Please note that appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment screening check.

Applications close Australian Eastern Daylight Time 11:59pm Monday 18 March 2024