Audit and Risk Committee Members
We're Hiring for the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
About the Opportunites
About the Department of Transport and Main Roads
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) moves and connects people, places, goods, and services safely, efficiently, and effectively across Queensland. TMR is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering a single integrated transport network across road, rail, air, and sea in Queensland. We put Queenslanders and their businesses at the heart of government service delivery and oversee investments to enable successful delivery of a digitally enabled economy. TMR is committed to ensuring Queensland’s transport system contributes to people’s quality of life, a vibrant economy, and a sustainable environment.
About the Role | Audit and Risk Committee Members
TMR’s Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) Members is an independent body established to provide oversight and assurance on financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, and compliance with laws and regulations.
The ARC Members assist the Director-General of TMR in overseeing the integrity of financial statements, compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, internal risk management and control systems, and the performance of the internal audit function. The ARC is advisory and has no executive powers, maintaining independence from TMR's internal and external audit functions and executive management.
Audit and Risk Committee Member - Vacancies
Accountant/Economist
As an Accountant/Economist on TMR’s ARC, you will bring strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and a commitment to governance and ethics. Your ability to interpret complex financial data, advise on strategic financial decisions, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism will be crucial to the committee's function.
Lawyer
As a Lawyer on TMR's ARC, you will bring strong legal expertise, analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding governance standards. Your ability to navigate complex legal frameworks, provide strategic legal advice, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards will be essential to the committee's function.
Transport Engineer
As a Transport Engineer on TMR's ARC, you will bring expertise in analysing transport infrastructure data and advising on strategic projects. Your commitment to promoting sustainable transport practices and ensuring compliance with environmental standards will be crucial to your success in the appointment.

Gerard Kerr, General Manager Executive Search & Selection
Gerard Kerr is the Co-Founder and General Manager of Executive Search and Selection at Kingston Human Capital. With over 20 years of recruitment experience, Gerard possesses deep networks and extensive expertise in managing complex search and selection projects across various sectors, including local, state, and federal government, statutory authorities, government-owned corporations, and ASX-listed companies.

Gerard also has more than five years of experience serving on various boards and committees, where he has either chaired or provided insights into talent strategies, rapid growth pathways, and industrial relations concerns.
