Risk and Compliance Engineer - Lead/Senior/Experienced - Full time or Part Time

About Us

Advitech, part of Emergent Group, has delivered engineering excellence for nearly 40 years. We value integrity, respect, and collaboration—working across diverse industries to deliver outstanding outcomes. Joining us means access to complex projects, multidisciplinary expertise, and opportunities to grow your career.

The Opportunity - Risk and Compliance Engineer

Advitech is expanding our risk and compliance capability to support our strong and growing pipeline of work. As a Risk and Compliance Engineer, you’ll work with clients in manufacturing, renewables, mining and local government, delivering audits, hazard assessments, and regulatory reports.  Reporting to our Risk and Functional Safety Group Lead, you’ll manage projects end-to-end, ensuring technical quality, compliance, and commercial success. Getting out from behind the desk, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with a diverse range of customers, as you help them meet their compliance goals.  You’ll contribute to business development and continuous improvement, while being supported in your professional growth.

About You

You’re an experienced Engineer with a strong background in manufacturing, resources, auditing and/or consulting.  You excel at solving technical challenges that improve safety and productivity, and you’re skilled in managing projects and resources.  Your expertise spans design, safety, hazard assessments, and compliance.  You’re eager to keep learning and contribute to the success of the Advitech.

Key Responsibilities - What you'll be doing

• Delivering risk and compliance projects to a high technical standard
• Participating in technical appraisals, reviews and project audits
• Preparing cost estimates and/or proposals
• Managing project budgets, risks, resources and profitability
• Supporting job performance and provide input for project performance reviews
• Supporting business development, quality, performance and staff development strategies
• Communicating effectively with leadership team, colleagues, customers and key stakeholders, including translating complex engineering into simple language
• Managing relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities to grow our business

We're looking for a Lead, Senior or Experienced Engineer with the following:

• Tertiary engineering qualification recognised by Engineers Australia
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or eligibility to attain CPEng
• Experience working in a manufacturing, mining or risk management role
• Existing qualifications in hazardous areas, functional safety, auditing or interest in attaining such qualifications
• Proven track record in delivering risk, compliance and auditing projects to a high technical standard, with adherence to engineering principles, legal requirements and industry standards
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated project management skills including budget, risk management and reporting, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities whilst delivering on key milestones and deadlines
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including the ability to work effectively, collaboratively and positively within a close team
• Proficient in MS Office and project reporting systems
• Current unrestricted drivers licence (motor vehicle)

 Engineers meeting the following desirable criteria will be highly regarded:

• Relevant engineering experience in, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, chemical processing industry or other
• Experience in the application or auditing of equipment against machinery safety and Functional Safety standards
• Experience or interest in real world application of cybersecurity for Operational Technology (OT) or AI systems
• Experience and formal training competencies in facilitating workshops (risk assessments, process improvement)

About the Position

Position Type: Permanent - Full Time or Part Time – you decide!
Reports To: Group Leader - Risk and Functional Safety
Start Date: flexible
Location: Advitech office, located in the Emergent Group Headquarters, Newcastle. Flexible work practices apply for this role.
Salary: base salary plus superannuation and generous income protection insurance, wellbeing vouchers, employee referral program bonus, overtime options, professional membership training, and more.

The wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. When you join us, you become part of Emergent Group Australia, which means you’ll be surrounded by people who help you achieve a meaningful career.

We've designed our benefits to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career goals.

• Flexibility is built in. Whether it’s flexible start/finish times, a 4-day week or one day from home, you’ll be able to balance work to support your personal life.
• Wellbeing vouchers every year – for gym or swimming pool membership, fitness equipment or relaxation therapies to help you stay healthy and energised.
• Access to training, mentoring, and support to help you grown your skills and advance your career.
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family to help you maintain your emotional and psychological wellbeing.

Make a Real Impact  

We are tackling complex challenges that require smart, connected teams. Integrity, collaboration, and purpose drive everything we do—because solving real world problems starts with the right people.

Interested? Apply Now

If you have the legal right to live and work in Australia, and want to be part of our dynamic team, submit your resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements for this role.

We are a Responsive Employer. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare and submit your application, and in return we carefully consider and provide responses to each and every applicant. We don’t just contact the short-listed candidates, or leave you wondering. If you are not suitable for this role, we will keep your details on file for future roles.

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