Secure Journeys has been selected to operate Australia’s Onshore Immigration Detention Network on behalf of the Australian Government.
Spotless, as a subcontractor to Secure Journeys, will be responsible for facilities maintenance and asset management of detention facilities and for providing catering and garrison services to detainees.
With the new contract commencing in early 2025, we currently have a full-time role available for an Assurance & SDP Manager to join the Spotless team.
The purpose of this function is to ensure the procurement and compliance of Service Delivery Partners (SDPs) and overseeing the Quality Audit team function. This position is responsible for implementing contract audit methodologies, setting audit targets that are aligned to the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and conducting audits that mitigate risks and enhance quality assurance.
What you’ll bring
Due to the nature of the work, you must be an Australian Citizen to be considered for this opportunity and willing to be sponsored for government security and employment clearances.A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business administration, finance, or auditing desirable.Certification in auditing (e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA) highly desirable.Extensive management level experience within the facilities industry.Proven experience in procurement, compliance, and audit management, preferably in a government contracting environment.Strong understanding of contract management principles, regulations, and industry standards.
More than anything, you’ll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients.
Why work for us?
Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit, means every day you will be enabling our communities to thrive. With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future. You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as:
Training and development to support your career. Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business. Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.
This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation. If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:
Oversee the procurement process for SDPs ensuring their compliance with our contractual requirements, policies, and regulations.Develop and implement strategies to evaluate SDP performance and adherence to contractual obligations.Develop and refine contract audit methodologies to effectively assess SDP performance and compliance.Ensure consistency and rigor in audit processes, methodologies, and reporting formats.Responsible for assurance-related processes, systems and compliance requirements for the contract. Work with internal stakeholders and external specialists to optimise processes and system interactions to improve performance against business-driven targets.Ensure training for all staff members and SDPs (where relevant) is current as well as other engagement requirements.