An opportunity is available for an experienced professional to lead the development, governance and growth of an ethical compliance and assurance program supporting broader ESG, responsible business and supply‑chain integrity objectives. This senior role is ideal for someone with strong experience in certification schemes, audit oversight, governance frameworks and stakeholder engagement. You will play a key role in establishing and maintaining a credible, trusted compliance framework, balancing technical assurance oversight with strategic leadership, operational development and market adoption in an evolving ESG landscape. About the RoleReporting to senior leadership, you will provide governance and technical oversight of an ethical compliance program, ensuring integrity, transparency and alignment with recognised accreditation, assurance and ESG‑related standards and frameworks. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support program implementation, scalability and long‑term sustainability, while ensuring the program remains relevant to regulatory, market and ESG expectations. Key ResponsibilitiesLead governance and strategic development of the ethical compliance program, supporting ESG and responsible sourcing outcomesMaintain program rules, procedures, technical requirements and audit methodologiesEnsure alignment with recognised assurance principles, ESG best practice and ISO accreditation frameworksOversee audit quality, auditor competency frameworks and non‑conformance processesProvide technical interpretation and guidance to certification bodies and auditorsEngage with industry stakeholders to support credibility, transparency and market adoptionSupport development and implementation of digital audit platforms and operational systemsDrive continuous improvement, risk management and program scalabilityContribute to strategic planning, projects and cross‑functional initiativesPromote a culture of integrity, accountability and continuous improvement About YouYou are a confident and credible professional with experience in ethical compliance, assurance or certification environments. You bring strong governance capability, a solutions‑focused mindset and the ability to translate complex ESG, ethical and assurance requirements for diverse stakeholders. Key RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Law, HR, Industrial Relations or similarExperience supporting or managing certification schemes, assurance frameworks or audit programsStrong understanding of ISO/IEC 17021‑1, ISO/IEC 17065 or similar accreditation standardsExperience in ESG, responsible sourcing, ethical compliance or supply‑chain frameworksDemonstrated governance, risk and document management capabilityStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsProject management experience and commercial acumenHigh attention to detail with strong digital capability (MS Office and business systems) DesirableExperience with digital audit platforms or compliance management systemsBackground in certification bodies, accreditation bodies, assurance providers or industry bodiesApply!If you think this could be the role for you, please apply now! Please send us a cover letter and a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).Or, if you have any questions, please contact Steph at stephanie.doyle@evolvescientific.com.auWith over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.