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Whistleblower Protection & Competition Compliance Officer

Job Description

This role provides independent oversight, governance and continuous improvement of the organisation’s whistleblower protection framework and competition law compliance program. It supports ethical culture, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management across the Group.Working closely with senior stakeholders across Legal, Risk, Audit and business functions, the role is responsible for the oversight and ongoing enhancement of whistleblower and competition compliance frameworks, including assurance, education and continuous improvement. The role does not act as an investigator or legal adviser.This position is well suited to a candidate looking to deepen their expertise in whistleblower protection and competition compliance within a structured governance environment.We encourage applications from candidates who meet the core requirements of the role and are ready to grow their career in governance, integrity and compliance within a public company environment.This opportunity can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide governance and oversight of the whistleblower framework, ensuring alignment with legislative requirements and internal policyOversee the triage and classification of whistleblower disclosures, ensuring appropriate characterisation, referral pathways and timely handlingOversee compliance with the Whistleblower and Business Integrity Policy requirements, including confidentiality, anonymity and other protectionsMaintain oversight of investigations into reportable conduct, including monitoring progress and reviewing outcomes, with investigations conducted by appropriate internal functionsSupport the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of the competition law compliance programPartner with stakeholders across Legal, Risk, Audit, HR and external advisors to strengthen governance, assurance and compliance outcomesCoordinate risk assessments and assurance activities to evaluate the effectiveness of whistleblower and competition compliance frameworksPrepare high-quality executive and Board-level reporting on whistleblower and competition compliance matters, enabling meaningful oversight, decision-making and identification of trends and systemic risksDevelop and deliver training and guidance to build organisational capability in whistleblower obligations and competition compliance Tertiary qualification in Law, Business, Risk, Governance, Compliance or a related disciplineExperience contributing to the development, management or maintenance of compliance frameworks, including competition or regulatory compliance programsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholdersHigh level of integrity, independence and discretion when managing sensitive and confidential matters  

Responsibilities + Skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Law, Business, Risk, Governance, Compliance or a related disciplineExperience contributing to the development, management or maintenance of compliance frameworks, including competition or regulatory compliance programsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholdersHigh level of integrity, independence and discretion when managing sensitive and confidential matters

Experience

Job Summary

  • Published on: Thursday, 14th May 2026
  • Designation: Whistleblower Protection
  • industry: Miscellaneous
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Employment Status: Full-time
  • Job Location: Brisbane
  • Salary: 0
  • Gender:
  • Application Deadline: Thursday, 14th May 2026

About the Company

  • Company Name: Downer.
  • Address: Level 10 567 Collins St Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia
  • Website: www.downergroup.com
  • Company Profile:
  • Downer EDI works to keep things working. The company provides engineering and infrastructure management for public and private entities throughout Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Pacific. The company strives to be a "one-stop" provider for engineering services that include design, project and facilities management, operations, consulting, and maintenance. The company is organized along five divisions representing its primary activities: infrastructure services through Downer EDI Works, Downer EDI Engineering, Downer EDI Mining, Consulting Services, and Downer EDI Rail. Although the company's footprint covers the Asia/Pacific region, Downer EDI's Australian operations account for about 70% of its revenue.

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