About us...

Southport Sharks is a premier sports, leisure and entertainment precinct located on the Gold Coast. Southport Sharks hosts over a million members annually and is one of the largest clubs in Queensland and on the Gold Coast.  At Southport Sharks our team spirit doesn't just run on the footy field, our values include working as a team and providing positive customer experiences. 

About the perks...

• Attractive salary
• Meal card allowance
• Free gym membership and free parking
• Food and beverage discounts
• Accor accommodation discounts

About the role...

We are seeking an experienced Risk and Compliance Manager who is passionate to lead the management of our Risk, Quality, Safety and Compliance Systems. This includes inspiring our team to be risk aware and compliant while you develop, monitor and continuously improve the risk, quality, and safety systems across our organisation.

Your role will be pivotal in fostering a positive risk management and safety culture while ensuring regulatory, legal and operational obligations are met. This includes compliance with AML/CTF, WHS laws and regulations, security and AUSTRAC compliance reporting.

Additionally, this position includes responsibilities to:

• Develop, implement, and manage the Club’s risk management framework, ensuring alignment with legal and organisational standards.

• Lead workplace health and safety (WHS) initiatives, audits, training, and incident investigations.

• Ensure compliance with WHS, Liquor Licensing, Gaming, Workcover, and AML/CTF & AUSTRAC regulations.

• Liaise with senior leadership, coaching staff, facility managers, and external stakeholders to promote a culture of safety and compliance.

• Monitor legislative changes and industry standards, updating policies and procedures as needed.

• Develop emergency response plans and business continuity strategies.

• Manage insurance claims and collaborate with brokers and insurers.

• Prepare and present risk and compliance reports to the Executive Team and Board.

• Coordinate training programs on risk awareness, safety procedures, and compliance obligations.

• Chair WHS committee meetings and complete annual AML/CTF compliance reports to AUSTRAC.

• Act as the organization's Compliance Officer and handle property contractual matters.

• Attend the Board’s Risk and Compliance Sub-Committee meetings and oversee fire and emergency instructions.

Required skills & experience...

• Minimum 5 years in similar risk based advisory role in a large multi-discipline organisation
• Tertiary qualifications in Compliance, WHS, or  Risk Management
• Strong understanding of risk assessments and controls
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, risk assessments and auditing
• Experience managing insurances and legal matters is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and regulatory compliance requirements
• Thorough knowledge of the QLD Liquor Act, Gaming Act, Food Safety Act, Fair Work Act, Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing act, Club Industry award and any other legislation relative to the operation of a licensed venue