Senior Consultant– Risk Consulting and Advisory - Newcastle

kpmgaustralia1

Newcastle, NSW, Australia · Newcastle · Australia

Posted May 12, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Risk & Legal
Mid-Senior Level

Job description

Company Description Our Risk Consulting team partners with organisations to strengthen their governance, risk and control frameworks, helping business identify and manage operational and strategic risks (such as safety) effectively. In particular, we support clients in enhancing oversight and improving operational processes through internal audit and targeted risk engagements. This includes evaluating safety culture and maturity, identifying gaps, and implementing practical strategies to improve safety and operational performance across the organisation. Job Description Your Opportunity Joining the Mid-Market & Private Consulting practice, you will work with Boards and Executive Management to help them navigate their business risks in particular safety and wellbeing, improve process and assist them in achieving their strategic and operational priorities while uplifting their safety culture and approach. Our team works with clients across all sectors and at all levels (from Board down). You will have the opportunity to engage with senior stakeholders at our clients from Board to Executive Management Team. You will join a team that employs a contemporary, agile approach, leveraging solutions that offer deep insights into risk, control effectiveness, and business processes. Our aim is not only to enhance assurance but also to drive business improvement and create meaningful impact for our clients. Our client base nationally includes clients in utilities, infrastructure, transport, education, healthcare and local government. As a Senior Consultant you will work within the broader risk consulting business, with a focus on health, safety and wellbeing engagements. In your role you will: Work alongside a diverse team to support the overall scoping, execution and delivery of a variety of risk consulting, advisory and internal audit projects. Support a portfolio of clients across our risk consulting and internal audit business, including assisting clients in assessing their safety maturity and uplift their health and safety operations. Be a part of a leading team that advises high profile clients with operational and strategic initiatives focusing on risk management, governance, and process review and controls. Work on a variety of risk consulting projects, focused on health, safety and wellbeing. This may include work, health and safety (WHS) framework internal audits, developing WHS policies and procedures for clients, and working with clients to uplift their WHS governance structures. Work with the team on client delivery and engagements and maintain strong relationships with the client during and post engagements. Provide technical knowledge, direction, coaching and training to colleagues through day-to-day management of teams on engagements. Have a willingness to travel for client engagements. How are you extraordinary? You are a people-person with an understanding of WHS risk, demonstrating critical thinking and the ability to translate technical findings into business-relevant insights. Your stakeholder engagement and communication skills enable you to quickly build strong relationships and network with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external. You have a strategic mindset with an eye for process improvement as well as a passion for improving safety culture through governance and assurance. You resonate with our values and are excited to contribute to our culture of integrity, excellence, and collaboration. You want to be part of a growing and expanding team and will be able to work directly with senior stakeholders to work across business development and client work. Your Experience At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include: Experience in Work Health and Safety (WHS) or an operational role where WHS was a core focus (for example working within an operations team) Exposure to high-risk industries (e.g., mining, construction, energy) is a plus for understanding complex safety systems and business processes. Understanding of the Hunter economy and commitment to the local community is highly desirable. Recent experience in an audit or risk associated role, with a strong understanding of governance, risk and controls, as well as risk frameworks and continuous improvement methodologies. Ability to assess and report on WHS/HSEC compliance against regulatory and organisational standards. Experience in operational or safety-focussed roles. Qualifications A supporting vocational and/or tertiary qualification is highly advantageous, but not essential. This may include a Certificate IV or higher in WHS , or a Degree in Psychology or Law, or related field. Desirable certifications that may be of benefit, but not essential: Lead Auditor (e.g., ISO 45001) Certified OHS Practitioner (e.g., AIHS accreditation). Additional Information KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture. At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more. Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team . At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us. KPMG Australia: grow with us!