Regional Growth CEO — Lead Infrastructure & Community Impact

Chandler Macleod; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shire of Harvey invites applications for a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead strategic direction, governance, and operational delivery for a growing Western Australian region. Reporting to Council, you will drive the Council Plan 2025–2035, manage major infrastructure, and build a high-performing, customer-focused organisation.

You will engage with Councillors, agencies and the community to deliver sustainable outcomes, ensure financial resilience, and uphold exemplary governance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chief Executive Officer within local government or public sector.
• Strong governance and political acumen with experience working with Boards and Councils.
• Experience leading major infrastructure, planning, development or growth initiatives.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationship management capability.
• Strong commercial and financial leadership skills.
• A genuine commitment to community outcomes and public value.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Council Plan 2025–2035.
• Drive major infrastructure, planning and development initiatives.
• Build a high-performing, customer-focused organisational culture.
• Ensure robust governance, accountability and compliance.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with Councillors, community members, government agencies and industry stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve long-term financial sustainability and organisational performance.

Skills

CEO leadership

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Financial leadership

Education

CEO experience in local government

Job description

The Shire of Harvey invites applications for a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead strategic direction, governance, and operational delivery for a growing Western Australian region. Reporting to Council, you will drive the Council Plan 2025–2035, manage major infrastructure, and build a high-performing, customer-focused organisation.

You will engage with Councillors, agencies and the community to deliver sustainable outcomes, ensure financial resilience, and uphold exemplary governance