Chief Executive Officer

Ravensthorpe; Shire Of Ravensthorpe; On-site; AUD 182,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Australia is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead and manage their operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and community engagement skills, with relevant qualifications and experience in local government. This position offers a negotiable remuneration package and a performance-based contract. Key responsibilities include overseeing organizational objectives and fostering a cohesive relationship with the Council and community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Negotiable remuneration package

Rent-free housing

Vehicle allowance

Up to 17% superannuation

Qualifications

• Intimate knowledge of local government workings.
• Senior management experience is preferred.
• Ability to lead and manage resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate responsibilities for the organisation.
• Foster a customer service focus and positive team culture.
• Accountable for financial, human, and physical resources.

Skills

Leadership

Community focus

Financial management

Planning skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Package negotiable $182,109 to $300,370 Band 3 SAT Determination 2021

We are looking for a dynamic leader with a growth mindset, who is highly community focused.

About the role

As Chief Executive Officer you will take overall corporate responsibility for the organisation. You will foster a customer service focus, a positive team culture, a cohesive relationship with the Council and the community and a basis for efficient planning and delivery of services provided by the organisation. You will develop and lead the goals and objectives of the Council as set out in plans, budgets, capital works programs and integrated and asset management plans. You will be accountable for the Council’s human, financial and physical resources whilst acting as the face of the organisation in the community.

For more information, contact Matthew Bird, Chief Executive Officer by calling [phone] or email [e-mail] to obtain the Information Package.

Conditions

Ideally, you will have intimate knowledge of the workings of local government or have worked within a senior management capacity. You will hold relevant tertiary qualifications or have equivalent relevant senior management experience as well as some knowledge of the outside operations of a Shire.

Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:

• Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol.
• National police clearance

What’s in it for you?

A performance-based 3 to 5-year contract will be negotiated which includes:

• an attractive remuneration package in the vicinity of $182,109 to $300,370 including a negotiable cash component commensurate with qualifications and experience
• generous annual leave
• up to 17% superannuation (conditional)
• vehicle allowance
• rent-free housing and utilities supplied
• A Regional/Isolation allowance up to $38,600 per annum is negotiable

Location

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a local government area located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, known for its stunning natural beauty and strong community.

How to apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work
• A statement of claims against both the Competency Requirements and the Selection Criteria as detailed in the CEO Position Description
• The contact details of work-related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application

Applications can be emailed to [e-mail] or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to Tom Major, Shire President, and marked Confidential – Chief Executive Officer.

Supporting a diverse workforce

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family-friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women, and youth bring to our workforce.