Address Mackay Regional Council is seeking an Executive Manager Parks and Open Spaces to be a key member of our leadership team, shaping a modern council. We want an enthusiastic professional who is a strategic thinker, outcome driven, with the ability to inspire, lead and manage people.
The Mackay Region
Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands.
The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.
We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing over 1000 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy.
About the role
Mackay Regional Council is seeking an exceptional leader to drive a culture of continual improvement within its Parks and Open Spaces Program. The successful candidate will have a background in park and Open space management and operations and be capable of providing leadership and strategic direction to this important and public facing area of Council's operations. A tertiary qualification in a field relevant to the Parks and Open Spaces function is essential and a postgraduate qualification in Management would be highly regarded.
Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
An attractive total remuneration package of up to $190K is on offer .
Up to $10,000.00 Relocation assistance and other benefits which will be negotiated with the successful applicant
5 Year fixed term contract
May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
Study and assistance programs for career development
Employee Assistance Program
Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
Interested?
For the Position Description and information on how to apply please visit
https://vacancies.mackay.qld.gov.au/MRC_ER/VacancyList.aspx
To apply, you will need to submit a up to date resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience for the role.
Applications Close: 1st February 2024
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
Location:
Paget Depot
Work Type:
Contract
