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The project is a large-scale, secure operational facility being delivered through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) and joint venture model, bringing together some of the country’s most experienced construction, engineering and service delivery organisations. Designed to operate around the clock once complete, the facility incorporates high-security environments, complex building systems, and long-term asset management requirements. The project environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative and governance-led, with strong interface management across public and private sector stakeholders.\nAbout the Opportunity\nThis is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in delivering a high-profile, nationally significant infrastructure project. As Compliance Lead, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating compliance activities across the project, ensuring adherence to contractual, legal, regulatory and corporate obligations. Working closely with project leadership, functional teams, regulators, auditors and external stakeholders, you will establish and maintain effective compliance frameworks, governance processes and assurance programs that support successful project delivery while protecting the interests and reputation of the joint venture.\nAbout the Role\nBased in Christchurch, the Compliance Lead is responsible for overseeing project-wide compliance systems, governance processes, assurance activities and regulatory obligations. The role requires strong collaboration with leadership teams, project functions, clients, regulatory authorities and joint venture partners to ensure compliance risks are proactively managed and project obligations are identified, monitored and met. 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implementation of corrective actions\nMonitor regulatory developments and communicate impacts and requirements to relevant stakeholders\nSupport the administration and implementation of ethics, code of conduct, conflict of interest and whistleblower programs\nDevelop and deliver compliance awareness, communications and training initiatives across the project\nSupport project teams in understanding and meeting contractual compliance obligations and client requirements\nFacilitate compliance reviews and governance meetings, including preparation of reports, action registers and compliance updates\nLiaise with regulators, auditors, clients and external stakeholders regarding compliance-related matters\nTrack audit findings, non-conformances and improvement actions through to effective closure\nPrepare regular compliance reports, metrics and performance dashboards for project and business leadership\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance performance, governance maturity and operational effectiveness\nFoster a culture of integrity, accountability and ethical behaviour across the project\nAbout You\nProven experience in compliance, governance, risk, assurance or regulatory management roles within major infrastructure, construction, engineering, energy or operational environments\nStrong understanding of legislative, regulatory, contractual and corporate compliance obligations\nExperience implementing and maintaining compliance frameworks, governance systems and assurance programs\nDemonstrated ability to manage compliance audits, investigations and review processes\nStrong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail\nExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication capability across all organisational levels\nAbility to build trusted relationships with regulators, auditors, clients and senior leadership teams\nA proactive and solutions-focused approach with a strong commitment to ethical 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