Senior Internal Auditor

Division: Finance & Governance 

Department: Internal Audit 

Reference number: 13276 

Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians.  Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.  

About the role

As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in delivering our risk-based audit plan, leading complex audits, and developing effective audit strategies that provide meaningful insights across the organisation.

You will leverage your expertise in internal audit, risk management, and data analytics to identify opportunities for improvement, strengthen controls, and influence business decision-making. Building strong relationships with stakeholders, you will provide trusted advice and assurance while helping the organisation navigate emerging risks and maintain alignment with industry best practice.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and evolving energy sector environment, where your expertise will help drive continuous improvement, enhance governance, and support the achievement of strategic objectives.

What you will be doing

• Lead end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, scoping, testing, reporting, and agreement of management actions.
• Develop and deliver the Internal Audit Plan by partnering with stakeholders to identify risks, build the audit universe, and provide independent assurance.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of operational, financial, and IT controls, providing practical recommendations to strengthen governance and risk management.
• Leverage data analytics and reporting tools, including GRC platforms, Power BI, and SQL, to identify trends, uncover risks, and drive business improvement.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships, manage co-sourced audit partners, monitor remediation activities, and mentor junior auditors to support a high-performing audit function.

What you will bring to the role 

• Degree-qualified in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Engineering, or a related discipline, with professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, CISA or CISSP highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience delivering internal audit, risk, assurance, or compliance engagements, ideally within complex or regulated environments, with energy industry experience considered advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of operational and IT audit practices, IT risk management, cybersecurity, project assurance, and governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, build trusted relationships, and present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and delivering practical, risk-based insights.

In return some of our benefits to you 

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at ******@aemo.com.au