Chief Executive Officer

Government - Local (Government & Defence)

The Shire of Aurukun includes much of the traditional country of the Wik, Wik Way and Kugu people. It has rare and beautiful environmental values and the traditional owners are very proud of their country and traditional culture, which is very strong within their community. Located on the north-west coast of the Cape York Peninsula (178km by road south of Weipa and 811km from Cairns), the shire is bounded by the Holroyd River and Pormupuraaw Deed of Grant in Trust lands to the south, Cook Shire and Archer Bend National Park to the east, the Gulf of Carpentaria to the west, and Cook Shire to the north.

As Council's most senior executive and working in close collaboration with the Mayor and Elected Members to deliver Council's long-term vision, you will the driving force behind strategic initiatives to deliver on community-focussed objectives and outcomes. You will also be responsible for providing visible leadership and direction to the Executive and management teams through a period of key change and transformation for the region.

Tertiary qualified in Public Administration, Management or Business Administration, you are an outstanding and inspiring leader in every sense with an impressive track record delivering complex, service-oriented outcomes within clearly defined financial, strategic and operational parameters. Equally, substantial experience at an executive and strategic level will be considered. With a natural aptitude of inclusivity, you can easily administer key change initiatives within sensitive and diverse remote communities. Your understanding of social, economic, political and environmental issues and trends assist you in being future-focussed and a champion of innovation. You'll use your astute commercial insight to drive stability, collaboration and accountability to a community-facing service.

This is a rare opportunity to lead and direct a Council organisation committed to maintaining its unique community DNA while also building a long-term, sustainable future based on economic growth, inclusivity and diversity. This is your opportunity to make a fundamental and life changing difference to a community.

To download a comprehensive information pack and to apply, visit mcarthur.com.au and search under ref J5224.

For a confidential discussion, call Julie Barr on 07 3211 9*** .

Applications close: Close of Business Monday 20 May 2024

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