Director Corporate Services
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Director Corporate Services provides strategic leadership across a diverse and critical portfolio including Finance and Reporting, Governance and Performance, People and Wellbeing, Digital Technology Services, Procurement, and Audit and Risk. This pivotal executive role is responsible for shaping and delivering the corporate services strategy that enables Council to operate effectively, sustainably and in alignment with its strategic priorities. Working closely with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, Councillors and key stakeholders, you will drive organisational performance through strong financial stewardship, robust governance frameworks, contemporary people practices and effective digital and business systems. This is a rare opportunity to influence organisation-wide strategy, strengthen long‑term financial sustainability, lead organisational capability uplift and help shape the future direction of one of Victoria’s most highly regarded regional councils.
About you
You are a highly accomplished and contemporary executive leader with a proven track record of leading complex corporate services functions within a large and multifaceted organisation. With strong expertise in financial management, governance, organisational performance and strategic planning, you bring the ability to balance long‑term vision with operational excellence. You are a collaborative and influential leader who builds trusted relationships, fosters a high‑performing and accountable culture, and inspires teams to deliver outstanding outcomes. Your commercial acumen, strategic mindset and sound judgement enable you to navigate complexity, manage risk effectively and support informed decision‑making. Most importantly, you are passionate about public value and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for the community through strong leadership, innovation and continuous improvement.
Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council
At Macedon Ranges Shire Council we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and a calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programmes and initiatives.
Benefits
* Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
* Annual no‑cost flu vaccinations
* Employee Assistance Program
* Purchased leave
* Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
* Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work
We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at job@mrsc.vic.gov.au.
#J-18808-Ljbffr