Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

About Torres Strait Island Regional Council

More than just a Council, TSIRC plays a vital role in supporting the Torres Strait communities through essential services and infrastructure. We are committed to respecting Ailan Kastom, celebrating cultural diversity, and helping communities prosper.

The Role

As the Governance, Legal and Insurance Officer you will:

Governance & Legal Compliance:

• Coordinate and conduct preliminary assessments of internal requests for legal advice and consult with subject matter experts as required.
• Allocate legal matters to external providers with appropriate expertise and manage case progress.
• Monitor and report on statutory developments and law reform proposals affecting the Council and community.
• Assist with maintaining corporate registers and statutory reporting requirements.
• Provide advice and support regarding Right to Information applications, Information Privacy, and Council complaint processes.

Insurance & Risk Management:

• Manage and administer the Council's insurance portfolio, including renewals and liaising with brokers.
• Coordinate Council's insurance claims, including disaster and major loss claims, ensuring cost-effective resolutions.
• Investigate and coordinate responses to liability claims against the Council, including public liability and asset protection matters.
• Maintain and report on Council's insurance database, ensuring regular risk assessments and analysis.

Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Development:

• Engage with insurance brokers, adjustors, solicitors, and the Internal Audit Committee within the scope of duties.
• Assist in the development and review of policies, governance frameworks and risk management strategies.
• Deliver training and information sessions on governance, risk and compliance topics to Council employees and community stakeholders as required.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in law, business, insurance, risk management, or a related field with substantial experience in Local Government or a similar environment.
• Comprehensive applied knowledge of legislative requirements relevant to Local Government, including the Civil Liabilities Act 2003, Right to Information Act 2009, and Information Privacy Act 2009.
• Proven experience in legal case management, governance frameworks, and compliance reporting is a distinct advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in insurance administration, claims management, and risk mitigation.
• Sound knowledge of fraud indicators and governance best practices.
• Strong analytical, investigation, and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks and provide sound recommendations including on insurance renewal, legal matters and complaints.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports and advising stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, make independent decisions, and work under limited direction to achieve organisational goals.
• Knowledge of Torres Strait languages (Meriam Mer, Kala Lagaw Ya, or Creole) would be highly desirable.

Conditions you'll enjoy:

• Based in the Torres Strait region or Cairns
• Full time, permanent based in Torres Strait region
• Full time, fixed term 2 years Cairns
• Six weeks annual leave.
• Salary $73,268 to $76,128
• Additional Public Holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Uniforms.

Other Requirements

• The preferred applicant may need a National Police Certificate.
• Immunisations may be required for certain travel-related health risks.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about governance, legal and insurance, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join TSIRC and help build safer, stronger Torres Strait communities.

Applying:

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing the Capabilities, Skills and Experience in the position description by Friday, 11 April 2025.

Applicants who do not address these requirements will not be considered for shortlisting.

Not Sure?

If you meet some but not all of the selection criteria we encourage you to make contact and still put in your application.

For any enquiries contact Kim Kerwin, Manager Governance & Risk at kim.kerwin@tsirc.qld.gov.au or phone 0458 400 838.

To apply, head to our website:

https://torstrarc.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6740171

Click "Vacancies" find the position and click apply and follow the prompts as directed.