Manager - Corporate & Business Services

Latrobe & Kentish Councils have an exciting opportunity for a Manager – Corporate & Business Services to join the Senior Leadership Team for the Councils.

In this role you will be required to have proven ability and achievement in leadership and strategic thinking, have substantial relevant experience and a demonstrated ability in the development and delivery of a complex range of services.

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, or related discipline. Accounting/Financial qualifications are highly desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a person who leads by example, thinks strategically, builds relationships, makes decisions, is creative and innovative and is committed to continuous improvement.

The incumbent will lead a team of professionals to ensure there is a provision of high-quality corporate support to both Councils in the service areas of:

• Financial Services
• Customer Support
• Records Management
• Information Communication Technology
• Community and Economic Development
• Contracts and Procurement 
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management

The Kentish and Latrobe Councils are located in the north-west of Tasmania and share a municipal boundaries with Kentish Council, Devonport City Council, West Tamar Council and Meander Valley Council.

Latrobe and Kentish Councils value collaboration and partnerships both within and outside their municipalities. As part of their business model, the councils have entered into a resource-sharing arrangement. This allows both councils to deliver services and outcomes for their respective communities to gain benefits that may have been otherwise unattainable. 

Since the inception of the resource sharing arrangements in 2010, the number of resources shared has steadily grown and the two Councils now operate as one organisation with respective elected representatives.

For a copy of the position description and to submit your application, please use either link below:

• www.latrobe.tas.gov.au/notice-board/job-vacancies
• www.kentish.tas.gov.au/council/employment

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screen and provide a current national police check.

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 20th May 2024 at 4.00pm