Worker Compensation jobs in Brisbane QLD

Job no: 494440
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Brisbane CBD
Categories: Risk, Compliance and Fraud

WorkCover Queensland is entering an exciting new chapter, guided by a renewed strategic focus and strong executive leadership shaping our 2030 Strategy. We’re embarking on an enterprise-wide transformation to strengthen our impact and continue making a positive difference in people’s lives.

The Opportunity

As WorkCover Queensland continues to strengthen its risk and governance capability, the Compliance Advisor role is key to ensuring we meet our regulatory obligations and maintain strong compliance practices across the organisation. Reporting to the Manager Compliance, this role supports the delivery of second line compliance activities, contributing to effective risk management, governance and decision‑making. You’ll play an important part in supporting enterprise‑wide compliance initiatives and ensuring the organisation continues to operate with integrity while delivering on its strategic priorities.

What You Will Do

• Support the delivery of WorkCover’s second line compliance function, helping embed sound compliance practices and risk‑aware decision‑making across the business.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of compliance policies, frameworks and procedures aligned to regulatory requirements and best practice.
• Assist in executing the compliance program, including monitoring activities, compliance assessments and assurance reviews to ensure obligations are met.
• Support the management of legislative obligations, including maintaining the obligations register and identifying new or emerging compliance requirements.
• Assist with breach management processes and contribute to investigations, reporting and resolution activities where required.
• Provide compliance‑related data, analysis and insights to support reporting for the Executive Leadership Team, Risk Committee and Board.
• Work with stakeholders across the business to support compliance initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Identify risks and opportunities to improve compliance processes, contributing to stronger governance outcomes.

About You

• Experience working in compliance, risk or governance roles within complex or regulated environments.
• Sound understanding of compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements and second line of defence practices.
• Experience supporting compliance programs, including monitoring, assurance activities, obligations management or breach handling.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and provide clear, practical insights.
• Experience preparing clear and concise reports for senior stakeholders, including Executive or Board‑level audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across the organisation.
• Well‑developed communication skills, with the ability to convey complex compliance concepts in a clear and practical way.
• Relevant qualifications in Business, Law or a related discipline (with compliance or risk certifications highly regarded).

Why Join Us

Our vision is to be the best workers’ compensation insurer, making a positive difference to people’s lives and keeping Queenslanders working. At WorkCover, we deliver with heart, own our outcomes, work best together and stay open to what’s possible - and we’re looking for people who share these values

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A purpose‑driven organisation where your work genuinely makes a positive impact on Queenslanders’ lives
• A collaborative and supportive team environment that values empathy, trust and working together
• Hybrid work arrangements that support flexibility and work–life balance
• Personalised learning and development opportunities to support your growth and career progression
• A holistic health and wellbeing program designed to support you both professionally and personally
• Industry‑competitive salaries
• A generous superannuation scheme, including co‑contribution
• Study assistance to support ongoing education and professional development

You can find out more about what it’s like to work with us by visiting Working at WorkCover Qld.

How do I apply?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Applications close Monday, 29th June at 12 pm.

We are committed to ensuring WorkCover reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Acceptance of applications submitted after advertising closes is at the discretion of the selection panel.

To ensure you have the best and most inclusive experience, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you confidently showcase your skills and potential. You can contact us at recruitment@workcoverqld.com.au or let our recruitment team know during your conversation with them.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted on all prospective employees. This includes a Right to Work in Australia Check, Police Check, Education Check, Reference Check, and where appropriate a Visa Check. The information provided will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld). All permanent appointments are subject to a probationary period in accordance with our policy