Summary: Seeking an experienced Senior Assurance Advisor to strengthen risk and assurance frameworks, provide objective assurance, and support continuous improvement within Northpower. Highlights: 1. Play a key role in strengthening Northpower's risk and assurance frameworks 2. Plan and deliver risk-based assurance activities and provide practical insights 3. Promote a culture of proactive risk management and continuous improvement We're looking for an experienced Senior Assurance Advisor to play a key role in strengthening Northpowers risk and assurance frameworks. This role provides independent, objective assurance over the effectiveness of key controls, including health and safety critical risk controls, and partners closely with the business to support strong risk management and continuous improvement. You'll plan and deliver risk-based assurance activities, provide practical insights to leaders, and help lift organisational capability in assurance, compliance, and control effectiveness. Key responsibilities * Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of Northpowers assurance framework, tools, and methodologies * Support enterprise risk management, including health, safety, quality and environmental (HSQE) risk management * Plan and deliver assurance reviews and audits, assessing both design and operating effectiveness of key controls * Analyse operational and financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks * Coordinate and oversee assurance activities delivered by third parties * Prepare clear, concise, and insightful reports for senior leaders and governance forums * Provide trusted, independent advice on control effectiveness and risk exposure * Constructively challenge business practices where control weaknesses are identified * Work collaboratively with stakeholders to agree and monitor improvement actions * Promote a culture of proactive risk management and continuous improvement Health, safety, quality & environment * Actively promote safe work practices and wellbeing for yourself, colleagues, customers, and the public * Maintain full compliance with HSQE requirements, standards, and procedures * Exercise the authority to stop any unsafe work About you You're curious, analytical, and confident providing independent advice in complex environments. You balance strong attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture and communicate risk insights clearly to senior stakeholders. You'll bring: * 5-8 years experience in assurance, audit, risk, or compliance roles within complex organisations * Experience planning and delivering assurance engagements end-to-end * Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills * Sound judgement and the ability to navigate ambiguity * Confidence to challenge constructively and influence outcomes * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Qualifications (preferred) * Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, economics, risk management, health and safety, or a related field * Membership of a relevant professional body (desirable but not essential) What's in it for you? Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future focused sector. At Northpower, you'll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that cares for its people. You'll benefit from: * A people first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award-winning peer support network * Fair and market competitive pay with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions * Life insurance and preventative health initiatives * Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes * Discounted fuel rates and retail discounts * Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress * A welcoming, family friendly workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself and feel valued About us Northpower has deep regional roots and national reach. We own and operate the electricity and fibre networks across Whangarei and Kaipara, delivering essential infrastructure to more than 60,000 connected customers, while also operating one of New Zealands largest multiutility contracting businesses. From keeping the lights on today to building the infrastructure that will power tomorrow, our work spans electricity, fibre, renewables, transmission, and energy services. With more than 1,400 people across 16 locations, we support our communities, customers, and critical national infrastructure across Aotearoa. Apply now via #REQ2018 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
