You will assist in planning annual audits and conducting comprehensive safety audits, assistance visits, and spot checks across Defence Intelligence Service (DIS) units. You will contribute to maintaining high safety standards and reinforcing a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.
Manager (Safety Audit & Inspections)
Permanent
Closing on 27 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
- Assist in developing the Annual Audit Plan, including coordinating with selected units on their availability for audits throughout the year
- Support the conduct of audits on units' safety management systems to reinforce a strong safety culture and provide overall assessments on safety and health status
- Identify and report areas of non-conformance and possible latent conditions that may lead to safety incidents, including reviews and clarifications with units on their safety processes and procedures
- Ensure units are prepared for Headquarters DIS and external audits by conducting internal checks to maintain consistency in safety standards across the DIS
Challenge(s)
- Mastering complex audit processes and staying current with all relevant safety rules, documents, and safety-related executive compliance requirements
- Applying critical thinking skills to provide fair assessments of audit findings and develop suitable recommendations for improvement
What we are looking for
- Education in any field
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in the safety audit field is preferred
- Strong planning and organisation skills
- Knowledge in audit management and delivery, risk management and risk assessment is advantageous
- Good analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
(Applicants with no experience may apply.)
Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 27 May 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within or the wider Public Service.