Group Risk and Assurance Manager

The Fulton Hogan Life
Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership - and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team. 

Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau |Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family 
As Group Risk & Assurance Manager, you will co-lead the implementation of our internal assurance programme and strategic risk framework across New Zealand, working closely with our GM Group Risk & Assurance based in Australia and another NZ-based Risk and Assurance Manager. Your day will include planning and delivering assurance reviews, maintaining and evolving the strategic risk register, and turning complex risks into clear, practical actions for senior leaders. You will partner with operations, finance, legal and project teams to strengthen internal controls, support better decisions, and lift governance standards across a large, diverse enterprise. Above all, you will operate as a genuine business partner and trusted advisor.

In addition to the above you will: 

• Conduct internal audits and reviews, assess control effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
• Keep the strategic risk register up to date by working collaborative with various departments.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and mitigate risks.
• Report and present relevant findings to the senior management team.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to proactively develop appropriate actions.

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. 

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• Life insurance.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%.
• Fuel discount card.
• Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support.
• Family scholarships.  
• Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

We're looking for someone with: 

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field of study or CA/CPA/CIMA qualification
• 10+ years' experience in internal audit in professional practice and industry.
• Proven ability to assess compliance with standards, laws, rules and regulations and design and assess internal controls.
• Strong reporting and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Ideally, you have previous experience in a similar industry. We are looking for someone who can work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. This role is based in Christchurch.

Creating, Connecting and caring for the community 
Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.
Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry. 

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted before the advert closes, so do not delay. Applications must be submitted through our portal. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.