Portfolio Risk and Compliance Specialist
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About the role
AGL has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Portfolio, Risk and Compliance Specialist to join AGL’s Construction Management Office - Governance, Risk & Assurance team, supporting the delivery of major construction and energy infrastructure projects across AGL’s Energy Assets portfolio.
Location: This role is based in our Melbourne or Sydney offices (with flexibility to consider Adelaide, Brisbane or Newcastle), with a hybrid working model and occasional travel to project and operational sites as required. You’ll be part of a high‑impact, collaborative team working at the centre of AGL’s transition to a more sustainable energy future.
What you will be doing
As a Portfolio, Risk and Compliance Specialist, you will provide senior specialist risk and compliance support across AGL’s construction delivery portfolio, strengthening governance, decision‑making confidence and delivery outcomes.
Key aspects of the role include:
Providing high‑judgement risk and compliance support to active construction projects, including facilitation of complex risk workshops, reviews and Tier 4 risk deep dives
Challenging the quality of risk identification, control effectiveness and mitigation actions on high‑risk or complex projects
Identifying, analysing and synthesising cross‑project risk themes, trends and systemic issues to inform Tier 3 departmental and Tier 2 Energy Assets portfolio risk insights
Supporting the development, maintenance and ongoing review of Tier 3 risk registers, ensuring alignment with project‑level risks and escalation thresholds
Enabling effective escalation of material risks from Tier 4 through to Tier 3 and Tier 2, in line with agreed governance and assurance frameworks
Providing high‑quality risk and compliance insights, evidence and analysis to support lifecycle gates, portfolio governance forums and senior decision‑making
Monitoring regulatory and compliance risks across the construction portfolio, identifying emerging obligations, control gaps and escalation requirements
Partnering closely with Project Directors, Construction leaders, Compliance, Legal and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment with regulatory obligations and assurance expectations
Contributing lessons learned, insights and feedback to support continuous improvement of risk frameworks, tools, templates and reporting
What you will bring
To succeed in this role, you will bring strong professional judgement, advanced risk expertise and the ability to operate confidently in complex, evolving project environments:
Tertiary qualification in risk management, engineering, construction management, project management or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Professional risk qualifications (e.g. AIRM, PMIRMP, ISO 31000 training) highly regarded
Significant experience supporting risk management on major construction, infrastructure or energy projects
Demonstrated experience facilitating complex risk workshops, deep dives or scenario analysis
A deep understanding of enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance frameworks and assurance practices
Proven ability to analyse and synthesise risk information across multiple projects into clear, actionable portfolio insights
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability, with the confidence to challenge constructively and ask the “why”
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex risk concepts into clear, practical guidance
A resilient, curious and proactive mindset, comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments
At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:
Flexible working options.
Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year.
Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.
*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.
Don’t tick all the boxes? That’s okay! We would love to receive your application!
Applications will close on 30th April 2026.
Inclusion at AGL
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers
AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.
The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.
AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.
Location
Docklands VIC 3008Job Family Group
Project Management - Group
