Governance Advisor

Hepburn Shire Council; Daylesford; Hybrid; AUD 88,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

4 weeks annual leave

Leave loading 17.5%

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Hepburn Shire Council is seeking an experienced Governance Advisor to strengthen governance practice across the organisation. You will provide practical, responsive governance support to employees and Councillors, helping meet statutory obligations and promote consistent governance across the Council.

You’ll work across a broad range of governance functions, supporting training, policy reviews, meetings and external authorities, while building strong relationships and ensuring timely,

Qualifications

• Experience in governance or administration, preferably in local government or regulated environments.
• Strong interpretation of legislation, policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication and relationship skills with discretion in handling sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Support statutory obligations under the Local Government Act and other legislation.
• Assist in Council meeting processes: agendas, minutes, set-up and committees.
• Support governance functions including FOI, privacy, complaints, delegations and authorisations.
• Provide practical guidance to employees and Councillors.
• Support governance training and policy/procedure reviews.
• Build relationships across Council and with external authorities.
• Monitor legislation and policy trends for continuous governance improvements.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Governance/Law/Business degree

Job description

Help strengthen good governance across Council.

We’re looking for an experienced Governance Advisor to provide practical, responsive governance support and guidance to employees and Councillors. You’ll work across a broad range of governance functions, supporting Council’s statutory obligations and contributing to contemporary, consistent and effective governance practices.

• Permanent | Full Time
• 9-day fortnight available for full-time employees
• Salary: $87,616.88 to $95,465.92 per annum (Band 6), plus superannuation
• Location: Daylesford (hybrid)

What you’ll do

• Support Council’s statutory obligations under the Local Government Act 2020 and other relevant legislation.
• Contribute to Council meeting processes, including agendas, minutes, meeting set-up and committees.
• Support governance functions including freedom of information, privacy, complaints, delegations and authorisations.
• Provide practical information and guidance to employees and Councillors.
• Support governance training and the review of relevant policies and procedures.
• Build strong relationships across Council and with key external authorities.
• Keep abreast of relevant legislation, government policy and trends and contribute to continuous improvement in governance practices.

About you

You’ll bring qualifications in governance, law, business management or a related discipline and relevant experience, or substantial relevant experience in governance. You’ll have experience in corporate governance or administration, preferably within local government or a similarly regulated environment.

You’ll be confident interpreting and applying legislation, policies and procedures, with strong communication, relationship-building, planning and time management skills. You’ll also bring professionalism, integrity and discretion when working with sensitive governance matters and information.

Enjoy meaningful work, a 9-day fortnight, four weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading, professional development, wellbeing support and a supportive, collaborative and inclusive workplace.

Applications close: Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 5.00 pm
Interviews: Planned for late November/early December.

Inclusion

Hepburn Shire Council is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, cultures, genders and identities. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.