Chief Executive Officer
Core
Lead a major Australian local government council with an $850M operating budget and $1.35B capital works program, overseeing water supply, sewerage, infrastructure, and economic development for a region of 350,000+ residents.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Executive Officer (Local Government)
Builds
Strategic direction, financial sustainability, regulated utility oversight, and community-focused growth initiatives for the Central Coast region.
Domain
Public sector / Local Government / Water & Sewerage Utilities
Required skills
Strategic leadership, financial acumen, governance and risk management, cultural change leadership, executive team management, stakeholder engagement, regulatory compliance, economic development planning, crisis management, public speaking
Preferred skills
Experience in water/sewerage utilities, postgraduate qualifications, experience in regulated environments
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead the Executive Leadership Team of five Directors, provide strategic advice to the Mayor and Councillors, protect financial sustainability, oversee regulated water and sewer utility operations, drive economic development and planned growth, foster a culture of accountability and innovation.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship