Contract Compliance Officer
Downer
Ensure compliance with legislation, contracts, policies via monitoring, audits and HSE oversight
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Engineering, Construction and Maintenance
Mining
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Asset Services
Oil and Gas
Power Generation
Industrial
Defence
Role
What you would be doing
compliance software
compliance audits
stakeholder management
safety culture
regulatory monitoring
risk mitigation
- Act as a systems superuser for compliance-related software and assist in training staff on compliance policies and processes.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance checks to maintain high-quality standards and regulatory adherence.
- Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance across multiple sites.
- Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring all staff and contractors comply with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies.
- Ensure services adhere to relevant legislation, contractual requirements, and internal policies through regular monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation.
What you bring
compliance
risk management
facilities management
safety
quality auditing
continuous improvement
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, risk management processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and effectively communicate compliance requirements to various stakeholders.
- Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in facilities management, safety, or compliance, Qualifications in Quality / Continuous improvement with auditing experience preferred.
- Proactive approach to workplace health and safety, with a focus on enhancing compliance processes and driving efficiency improvements.
- Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
- With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
- Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
- Training and development to support and diversify your career.
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Company
Overview
Since 1933
Year Established
The company has a longstanding legacy of providing essential infrastructure services.
- specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities.
- supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations.
- undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure.
- has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development.
- notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services.
- has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.
- The Downer Difference: commitment to build a high-performance organisation
- We own the outcomes: accountability, high standards, efficiency and continuous improvement
- We do it for our customers: customer-centric perspective, win-win outcomes, going above and beyond
- We stand for each other: mutual respect, safety, trust, resilience, speaking up
50% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions target
The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 compared to a 2020 baseline.
1.5°C pathway
Climate alignment target
The company is aligned with a 1.5°C climate pathway, ensuring its operations are in line with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
2024 climate disclosure
Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards compliance
The company will begin disclosing its climate performance in accordance with Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards from 2024.
- Scope 3 emissions target under review
- Board oversight via multiple committees; monthly reporting includes GHG performance and decarbonisation progress
40% Workforce Target
Gender Balance Goals
Targets to achieve 40% women in the workforce, 25% in management, 28% in executive roles, and 40% on the Board by 2026.
34% Women in Workforce
FY21 Representation
In FY21, the workforce was 34% female, with women holding 17% of management roles, 25% of executive positions, and 33% of Board seats.
- Own Different campaign: celebrate and empower 26,000+ unique individuals
- Inclusion & Belonging Strategy & Action Plan 2022–2024; Steering Committees and training programs embedded
- Specific focus on gender balance in trades, middle and senior management
- EmpowHER women's network; StandOut Global LGBTQIA+ network; Pride Pledge commitment
- Māori leadership programmes (Te Ara Whanake, Wāhine Toa), Māori cultural awareness training
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