Risk and Compliance Officer

St Hilda’s School | Gold Coast | Queensland Commencing: 12 January 2026 Position: Risk and Compliance Officer St Hilda’s School, Gold Coast invites applications for the position of Risk and Compliance Officer commencing 12 January 2026. About the Position As the Risk and Compliance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the school meets its legal, regulatory and policy obligations across all areas of compliance, risk and workplace health and safety. This role supports the development of a proactive compliance culture, manages risk and ensures the safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors. You will work with the Director of Business and Operations, Operations Manager and other key stakeholders, to provide advice and guidance on compliance and risk management issues throughout the school. You will ensure all appropriate risk assessments, registers and records are maintained, and work in conjunction with the school’s committees to provide advice on improved practices, risk identification and early intervention. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who balances operational excellence with strategic thinking, provides confidential advice to staff and leadership, and stays ahead of legislative changes to ensure the school maintains compliance and best-practice safety and child protection standards. Selection Criteria Technical Expertise and Systems Demonstrated high level experience in managing complex safety, child protection and compliance legislation and requirements, preferably within the education or not-for-profit sector. Compliance and Data Management Demonstrated ability to coordinate and support non-financial internal audits and external regulatory reviews, including preparation of documentation and follow-up on recommendations. Process Improvement and Change Initiatives Demonstrated capacity to lead process improvement and change initiatives, especially in regard to complex compliance, child protection, workplace incident and safety systems and functions. Communication and Stakeholder Management Demonstrated ability to provide clear, accurate and confidential advice on complex safety and compliance matters to leadership and staff. Strong customer service orientation with a professional, and solution-focused approach. Educational Qualifications and Experience Certificate IV Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety, Risk Management, Law, Business or a related field (desirable but not essential) Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card) or eligibility to obtain prior to appointment. Why Join St Hilda’s School? Be part of a passionate values-driven community that embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. You’ll have access to the school gym, a comprehensive employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, and an onsite Early Learning Centre at reasonable rates. As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School. The successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or be eligible to obtain one prior to appointment and be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Church’s Professional Standards Register. Application Requirements Please submit the following: A maximum two-page A4 written response addressing the selection criteria. A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor). Applications should be submitted by 4.00pm Monday 15 December 2025 . Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Any questions about the position should be directed to Danielle Wruck, Director of Business and Operations at or . Please do not email applications directly to Danielle. More information is available within the Position Description: #J-18808-Ljbffr