ABOUT THE ROLE
Please read all information carefully before applying.
Under limited direction, the Executive Services Manager is responsible for the provision and delivery of high-level multifunctional advice and management of executive administration services, media and communications governance and compliance and risk functions of Council.
> Employment Type: Executive Contract - Full Time, Limited Tenure (5 Years)
> Location: Charters Towers QLD 4820
> Remuneration Package: Up to the value of $168,471 per annum
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have:
| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |
- Successful experience in providing strong, decisive leadership and management in one or more of the following:
- Media and Communications
- Governance
- Compliance and Risk
- Executive Services Administration functions of Council.
- Participate as an active member of Council’s Management Leadership Team (MLT).
- Experience in developing and coordinating an Organisational Unit and contributing to Directorate and Council’s strategic management including community needs analysis, strategic and operational planning, performance frameworks, and the development of appropriate policies and systems.
- Experience in implementing successful change and continuous improvement to build our reputation as an employer of choice and a high performing Council.
- Experience in engaging the community and stakeholders to ensure future direction and needs are clearly defined and met providing excellence in customer service. Participate in the review, development and improvement of work systems and practices to enhance customer service and meet customer needs in an accurate, responsive, timely and courteous manner.
- Ability to provide effective workforce management with a focus on performance, building workforce capability, a strong positive work environment, and a workforce culture consistent with Council’s vision, mission and strategy.
- Competence in the effective management of human, financial, physical and other resources to achieve Council’s business objectives and to meet the needs of the community.
- Experience in representing and promoting a critical service delivery function within the community, business sector, other local authorities, government agencies and broader environment, and build and maintain positive working relationships.
- Plan, execute and complete programmes and projects relating to areas of accountability, within set timeframes.
- Prepare or provide input into the development of Office of the Chief Executive Officer department budgets. Monitor and advise CEO on progress against budgetary expenditure in areas of financial responsibility.
- Responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with legislation, information standards, and other relevant guidelines and procedures, and ensuring records are captured in the authorised recordkeeping system
| Essential Education/Qualifications |
- Qualifications in a relevant discipline (business administration, local government, governance, law etc.) and/or significant relevant experience in a governance related role.
| Essential Licences |
- Possession and maintenance of a current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/POSITION ENVIRONMENT
Standard office setting; exposure to computer screens; may be required to work irregular work hours including evenings and weekends. Sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment; to walk, stand, or sit for prolonged periods of time; to perform moderate or light lifting and carrying.
Council is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This includes taking all steps that are reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of preventable occupational diseases. In accordance with Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, positions exposed to occupational diseases will be subject to the Workplace Immunisation Program.
MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS
Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.
For further information, please view the Position Description and Information Kit.
For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5300 or email.
CLOSING DATE
11:59pm Monday,11 May 2026
Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.
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