Risk Assurance Manager

Take on a pivotal role at Aurora Energy, driving risk management excellence and fostering accountability across all levels of the business. Dunedin or Cromwell-based with relocation support offered.

Aurora Energy is one of the largest electricity networks in Aotearoa New Zealand. We own and manage the network that delivers electricity to some of the fastest-growing areas and over the most diverse terrain in Te Waipounamu South Island. We deliver a safe, reliable, and sustainable electricity supply to a population of more than 200,000 residents in Ōtepoti Dunedin, Central Otago/Wānaka, and Tāhuna Queenstown. Our purpose is enabling the energy future of our communities.

About the Role

We are seeking a pragmatic and adaptable Risk Assurance Manager to join our team due to an internal promotion. Reporting to the Risk Assurance & Compliance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in embedding best-practice risk management across Aurora Energy while ensuring alignment with operational needs and strategic priorities.

This is a unique opportunity to influence senior leadership, facilitate risk workshops across business units, and ensure that risk management is relatable, understood, and owned by all levels of the organisation. You’ll also oversee critical frameworks such as Business Continuity and Emergency Response, ensuring they remain robust and effective.

Why this Role?

Strategic Impact: Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to embed risk management practices that align with Aurora’s strategic goals.

Leadership Influence: Facilitate workshops, provide expert advice, and communicate risk concepts in a way that drives clarity, confidence, and informed decision-making across all levels of the business.

Framework Development: Assess and enhance Aurora’s control assurance framework to ensure it meets both operational needs and strategic priorities.

Crisis Preparedness: Oversee enterprise-wide Business Continuity and Emergency Response Frameworks, including simulations, briefings, and recovery planning initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Experience as a risk practitioner or within a broader legal/regulatory role (electricity sector experience is advantageous but not essential).
• A pragmatic approach to applying risk management principles in complex environments.
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, including senior leaders.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to comprehend technical information, translate risk concepts clearly, facilitate workshops and articulate risk insights to drive informed decisions .
• A proactive mindset focused on embedding best practices while driving continuous improvement.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on Aurora Energy’s operations while contributing to its long-term resilience and success. With offices in Dunedin and Cromwell, this role can be based in either location with occasional travel required between offices. Relocation support is available for the successful candidate.

Why Join Us?

At Aurora Energy, we’re committed to building a culture where people feel empowered to make a difference. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to enabling the energy future of our communities. If you’re ready to bring your expertise in risk management to a dynamic organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications closing the 28th April 2026. We encourage applicants to apply asap as we will interview suitable candidates immediately.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Johnny Gowland on +64 4 471 9784.