Temporary role

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The Murrindindi Shire is situated only one and a half hours northeast of metropolitan Melbourne and is one of the most picturesque and liveable municipalities in the State. Widely known as Melbourne’s natural playground” our shire abounds in natural tourist attractions, national parks, Lake Eildon, Lake Mountain, Great Victorian Rail Trail and mountain bike trails. Our charming rural towns, burgeoning tourism, and emerging boutique agri-businesses are all driving our municipality forward. With a new CEO and a dynamic Councillor group we offer an exciting place to work.

This temporary vacancy is to cover a short term secondment of the existing Manager. You would be reporting to the General Manager Infrastructure and Development Services. The role oversees delivery of Council objectives for the strategic planning and sustainable land use, building development and business development in our shire.

We are seeking a highly competent Manager, preferably with local government experience, to lead the department to promote sustainable land use planning and building practices that still support a business development agenda as well as fulfill Council’s statutory obligations; and maintain strong networks with relevant government and industry sectors to facilitate delivery of the council plan.

You will be supported in this development opportunity by 3 highly competent Coordinators and report to a strategic and forward thinking General Manager.

For more information please download the position description from our website www.murrindindi.vic.au or call Stuart McConnell on 0411 020 945.