Chair, Audit, Risk & Assurance Committee (Board-level role)

The Company is seeking a Non-Executive Director to chair its Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee and help establish strong governance during a period of significant change. The role provides independent oversight of financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, and assurance, while constructively challenging the executive team and supporting the Board. Responsibilities include overseeing audit arrangements, annual accounts, major investments, financial resilience, and operational risks, and promoting effective risk identification and escalation. The Chair will also engage with auditors, public-sector stakeholders, and other relevant parties, and contribute to wider Board discussions on safety, workforce, sustainability, and stakeholder confidence. Candidates should bring substantial audit, finance, and risk leadership experience, including a strong record serving on an audit and risk committee, ideally as chair. Significant experience in heavy industry or a similarly complex, asset-intensive environment is essential, along with knowledge of corporate governance and the ability to establish effective assurance frameworks. Strong judgement, communication, and collaboration skills are required to assess complex information, make evidence-based recommendations, and provide constructive challenge. A recognised accountancy qualification is required; experience with major capital programmes, industrial transformation, public ownership, or sustainability assurance is desirable.