8 days ago, from Mackay Regional CouncilMackay Regional Council is committed to creating vibrant, inclusive, and supportive communities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all residents by providing exceptional community services, fostering social, cultural and recreational opportunities, and promoting sustainable development. We are seeking an Executive Manager Community Lifestyle to be a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, shaping a modern council. We're searching for an enthusiastic professional who is a strategic thinker and outcome-driven, with the ability to inspire, lead, and manage people. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team and make a positive impact on the lives of our residents.About this opportunity:The Executive Manager of Community Lifestyle provides strategic leadership for the Community Lifestyle Program, a key area within the Council dedicated to advancing social, cultural, sporting, and community initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and implementing program goals and services in alignment with Council's policies, while overseeing a skilled team to deliver high-quality, impactful services to the community.Key responsibilities include:Managing the Community Lifestyle program and leading staff to deliver effective and efficient services that align with Council's corporate and operational goals.Working closely with the Director Community Services and Chief Executive Officer to foster a performance-driven and service-oriented culture within the Community Services Department and throughout the organisation.Promoting continuous improvement and supporting the development of policy and strategic direction in line with Council's Corporate and Operational Plans for the Community Lifestyle Program.Creating a positive, engaging environment where program staff are empowered to achieve and sustain high performance.Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:Relevant undergraduate qualification or extensive experience, with strong knowledge of Australian government policies and programs in community, cultural, and recreational areas; experience in managing these programs at local or regional levels is essential.Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills in a high-quality service environment, with the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.Strong understanding of Local Government governance, legislation, and standards.Excellent communication and networking skills, with a focus on positive negotiation and collaboration with external partners.Why work for Mackay Regional Council?Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism, and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 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 high quality education and health facilities.In addition to the above, we also offer the following employee benefits:An attractive total remuneration package on offer.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 our lifestyle benefits program, including corporate discounts.Study and assistance programs for career development.Employee Assistance Program.Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.How to apply:Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc., you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application.Applications Close: Thursday 21 November 2024Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! This vacancy may close earlier than expected, so don't delay in submitting your application to avoid missing out.***Important information for applicants:To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing).We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
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