Internal Audit and Assurance Officer

Hawkesbury City Council

Windsor, Richmond and Hawkesbury NSW

Policy, Planning and Regulation, Government to Local (Government and Defence)

Part time

Accounting

Public Sector

Project Management

Closing date: 18/10/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Windsor

Department: Governance

Employment type: Part-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

Part Time 21 hours per week

Pay Range from 59.19 per hour + 12% Super

On-Site Parking

Fitness Passport Option

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Risk and based in Windsor NSW, the primary purpose of this role is to provide proactive collaboration and support to Council’s Internal Audit Coordinator and Council’s Internal Audit function as well as all associated tasks, and champion Internal Audit by raising awareness within Council.

About You

You have demonstrated experience within an internal audit role, with proficiency in applying Internal Audit standards, procedures, techniques and advanced principles and practices of fraud analysis and prevention. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exercising sound judgement. You will be able to work independently and as part of a team and meet organisational and legislative deadlines.

Essential Criteria

Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Accounting or a relevant business related discipline and/or demonstrated experience within an Internal Audit or Risk Management function

Demonstrated experience in a role within an Internal Audit function in a large multidisciplinary organisation

Demonstrated understanding of risk management principles, governance and controls, and the principles of public sector accountability

Experience in an Internal Audit function within local government

Knowledge of appropriate legislative provisions including the Local Government Act 1993 and Local Government (General) Regulation 2021

Exceptional planning, organisational and project management skills

High Level Communication and interpersonal skills

The right to live and work in Australia

Class C Drivers Licence

WHS General Construction Work in NSW

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

Great Working Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Great working environment

Flexible work arrangements

Tertiary Education Assistance

Health and Wellbeing Program

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Reward and Recognition program

Fitness Passport

Social Club to BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities

Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s 

Applications close Sunday,  18 October 2026

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

People and Development Team on 02 45604444.