The Shire of Harvey is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Western Australia with a community led plan underway for a bright and resilient future. The Shire is just 90 minutes from Perth and offers a unique blend of urban, industrial and rural landscapes, making it a captivating and dynamic place to work.
The Opportunity
The Shire is seeking an experienced Director to provide professional and strategic leadership across planning, building, economic development and environmental health and sustainability. The Shire has some significant developments planned and some critical projects in the environmental and economic development areas.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team who models the Shire’s values; fostering inclusivity, diversity, and equality in organisational strategies and operations, whilst cultivating a high-performance culture amongst your teams.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will bring significant management experience in planning, building surveying or environmental health, and be a collaborative leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to advise, influence and facilitate effectively with the community and diverse stakeholders. You will demonstrate strategic focus, an aptitude for innovative problem solving, and an ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, community and stakeholder focused environment.
The Package
In return you will receive a competitive remuneration package of approximately $180,000 plus super plus a vehicle, and 5 weeks’ annual leave, on a three to five year contract.
To apply please visit www.beilbydt.com.au quoting reference 1321815. Please provide a comprehensive resume together with a covering letter of no more than two pages, outlining your interest in the position and addressing your suitability to the role.
Download an Application Pack by clicking or copying and pasting this link in your browser: https://beilbydt.com.au/application-packs
For initial enquiries, or for any assistance you may need in making your application, please contact Emily Bulloch for a confidential discussion on 0427 582 402 or ebulloch@beilbydt.com.au.
Applications will close at 4pm AWST on Wednesday 30 April 2025.
Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.
The Shire of Harvey has an ongoing aspiration to become the most accessible and inclusive local government in regional WA. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identity, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.