Principal Audit and Assurance Advisor

Principal Audit and Assurance Advisor (Chief Audit Executive) We currently have one permanent full‑time position available for immediate filling. This selection process may be used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable but not recommended may be considered for those roles.About the Role This senior role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, deliver strategic advice, and strengthen governance and accountability across a large and complex public sector organisation. This position effectively manages all aspects of the internal audit function to ensure the quality performance of internal audit services through collaboration with the outsourced internal audit service provider. The role ensures internal audit strategies, plans, programs and operations align with DFES’ strategic and operational objectives and provides independent and expert advice on internal audit and controls to the DFES Commissioner, Audit and Risk Management Committee and our Corporate Executive. Leadership Behaviours are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviours aligned to the context of Personal Leadership. Additional details on expected behaviours are attached. Sounds like you and want to know more? Then click 'Apply' to be redirected to the full advertisement and to download the Job Description Form (JDF). If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, Apply Now All applications must be submitted online, simply click 'Apply' and follow the instructions. Please do not send your application to Leah Horton or seek their assistance with lodging your application. Eligibility To Apply You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency. National Police Certificate A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement. Employment Conditions and Additional Information DFES is an emergency services organisation and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies. Closing Date: 4:00pm AWST 25 November 2025. Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match Government & Defence More than 10,000 employees As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role in coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property. DFES employs over 1,800 operational personnel and corporate staff. DFES also has an extensive network of more than 26,000 volunteers who generously donate their time to deliver essential emergency services to the WA community. DFES operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and collaborates with local communities and other government agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards including: Fire Cyclone Storm Flood Earthquake Hazmat Incidents As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role in coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property. DFES employs over 1,800 operational personnel and corporate staff. DFES also has an extensive network of more than 26,000 volunteers who generously donate their time to deliver essential emergency services to the WA community. DFES operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and collaborates with local communities and other government agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards including: #J-18808-Ljbffr