Risk Management Officer

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Risk Management Officer helps minimise Council’s risk exposure by assisting in the implementation and continuous improvement of an effective integrated Risk Management system. This role is responsible for administering Council’s insurance portfolio and processing of insurance claims. Additionally, the role supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Business Continuity Plan.

The ideal person for this role is highly organised, adept at managing competing priorities, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for comprehensive process execution. In this role you will immerse yourself in all aspects of Council’s business as you support and enable sound Risk Management, manage insurance claims and help the organisation prepare for possible business interruptions. Importantly, you will have a commitment to providing excellent customer service and strong written and verbal communication skills.

You will be provided on the job training in the technical aspects of the role and supported to complete a Diploma in Risk Management and Business Continuity. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage Council’s insurance portfolio including the management and administration of claims in a cost effective manner, maintaining privacy and confidentiality
• Staff education and advice on Risk Management and insurance across the business
• Ensure regular review of Council’s insurance coverage to minimise the potential for uninsured losses
• Regular reporting, including collection and collation of statistical data, to key stakeholders across the business to improve understanding of Council’s risk profile
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Council’s risk registers
• Facilitate alcohol and other drugs testing for staff in accordance with the Alcohol & Other Drugs protocol and procedure
• Provide support for the follow-up of internal audit recommendations and the operation Council's Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee
• Ensure Council’s Business Continuity Plan is maintained and updated on a regular basis

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 11 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $80,838.16 - $90,931.88 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click  to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click  to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Deborah McDonald, Manager Integrated Risk on 02 6578 7***.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 21 MAY 2024.