Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor - Operations

Woolworths Supermarkets

Location:
Australia , Melbourne or Sydney

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Permanent, full time opportunity to join our large, high-performing Internal Audit team. Melbourne or Sydney based, with a mix of hybrid working and in office. Diverse role, competitive benefits and exposure across the business. This role is part of the Operational Internal Audit team (which forms part of the Woolworths Group Internal Audit Function). The Operational Internal Audit team has a focus on a diverse portfolio covering Supply Chain, Food Safety, Safety, Health and Wellbeing (SHW), Sustainability and Fraud and Corruption. Initially, this role will initially focus on SHW related audits and planning activities, with exposure to other areas mentioned.

Job Responsibility:

Understand and identify risk and controls relevant to the review scope
Plan and execute testing, and report on observations
Deliver risk-based reviews that are timely and efficient, without compromising the quality of delivery
Work collaboratively to ensure audit recommendations are balanced and sustainable and proactively follow-up on actions
Participate in Internal Audit Planning activities, including leading the safety material risk area
Support the improvement of IA’s own processes and tools
Participate in multiple projects (including non audit initiatives) when required
Act as an ambassador for IA when engaging with relevant business stakeholders

Requirements:

Minimum of five years of internal audit or SHW operational experience in a professional service or industry role
Experience delivering end-to-end audits in a complex business environment (FMCG, logistics and/or retail)
Demonstrated SHW domain knowledge, either through operational SHW roles or auditing SHW related processes
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or working towards/desire to obtain this qualification
Strong understanding of risk and internal controls, and ability to develop and execute audit work programs assessing design and operating effectiveness of controls
Experience executing complex end-to-end audits as part of a team which address material risks and identify opportunities for process and control improvement
Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to interact and build relationships with various stakeholders across the organisation
Ability to proactively plan, prioritise and organise work whilst working independently with attention to detail
Embrace a team culture, with a focus on utilising individual strengths and supporting other team members

Nice to have:

Familiarity with WHS legislation (i.e. WHS Act and Regulations and Heavy Vehicle National Law) and prior WHS Management system auditing qualifications is desirable
Data analytics experience is desirable

What we offer:

A commitment to flexibility through a hybrid working model
High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities
A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network
A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app
A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you
Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work

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Job Posted:
April 05, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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