CEO

Mills Recruitment; Kalgoorlie; On-site; AUD 188,000 - 311,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations provided

Fully maintained motor vehicle

Regional allowance up to 55,000

Job summary

The Shire Laverton is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the council and drive delivery of services and infrastructure in a remote region of Western Australia.

You will build strong relationships with the community, mining partners and government agencies, bringing senior local government leadership, strategic vision and financial management expertise. The role includes an attractive remuneration package, accommodation, and a fully maintained motor vehicle.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in local government or relevant service-based organisations.
• Sound commercial acumen, strong leadership and financial management expertise.
• Strategic focus and passion for regional areas.
• Ability to inspire, engage and influence across staff, stakeholders and community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of quality services and infrastructure to the Shire.
• Provide professional and timely advice on administration and operations to the Council.
• Develop strong relationships with mining companies, government agencies and the community.

Skills

Senior management experience

Local government knowledge

Financial management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

Covering some 183,198km2 of predominantly desert and pastoral country, the Shire Laverton has something for everyone, from spinifex plains, Mulga woodlands and unique granite rock outcrops to rich Aboriginal and European history and culture. The Shire's seat of government is the town of Laverton. Council is now seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer who will champion the Shire's vision in line with its values and culture.

The incoming CEO will understand the importance of developing strong relationships with all sectors of the local community, as well as government agencies and other key stakeholders. You will oversee the delivery of quality services and infrastructure to the Shire, and ensure the Council receives professional and timely advice on all matters relating to the Shire's administration and operations. Of paramount importance will be your ability to identify and act upon the critical requirements of remote and diverse regional communities.

With senior management experience in local government or relevant service-based organisations, your sound commercial acumen, strong leadership and financial management expertise will be complemented by a strategic focus, and strong passion for, and connection to regional areas. You will be an innovative and outward facing individual who will develop strong relationships with mining companies, be keen to be part of the community and make a difference. As a leader and communicator, your ability to inspire, engage and influence across staff, all stakeholders and the broader community will be critical to your success.

An attractive remuneration package in the range of $188,483 to $310,883 (plus up to $55,000 Regional Allowance) will be offered to the successful candidate on a 3 to 5 year contract. Comfortable accommodation in the form of a family home (plus utility subsidies) is provided together with a fully maintained motor vehicle.

Applications close at 5pm WST on Monday 16th November 2026