Director Organisational Capability and Risk
About the Role:
Mackay Regional Council is seeking a dynamic leader to join our executive team as the Director of Organisational Capability and Risk. This role focuses on enhancing the organisation's strategic objectives through business performance management, enterprise risk management, effective governance, and continuous improvement. The Director will also lead WHS and Emergency Management functions, ensuring the safety of our staff and community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement strategies to enhance organisational capability and deliver strategic outcomes.
* Lead transformational agendas, championing business improvement and change management.
* Provide strategic leadership with a focus on safety, performance, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement.
* Advocate for Council's priorities to other levels of government and funding bodies.
* Drive a customer-centric culture across the department and wider organisation.
* Manage the budget and financial performance of the department, ensuring effective resource allocation and compliance with financial policies.
* Provide expert advice and reporting to the Mayor, CEO, Councillors, and other Directors.
Key Selection Criteria:
* Extensive senior leadership experience in a similar role within large organisations.
* Proven record of accomplishment in developing and working with a team of specialist managers.
* Effective leadership of change and innovation.
* Experience in designing and implementing advocacyplatforms.
* Strong financial acumen, including budget management and financial performance evaluation.
* Commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with external parties, including media and industry partners.
Qualifications:
* Tertiary qualifications in Leadership, Law, Business Management, or a related field (highly regarded).
* Postgraduate qualifications in Leadership or Management (highly regarded).
* Current "C" class QLD Driver's Licence (essential).
About Mackay Regional Council:
Mackay Regional Council serves approximately 125,000 residents across an area of 7,600 square kilometres. We are dedicated to cultivating a dynamic workforce culture and fostering innovative leadership. Our vision encompasses diversifying the local economy and attracting new industries in critical sectors. We emphasise workforce engagement, continuous learning, and adherence to our core values: Safety and Well-Being, Respect, Collaboration, Service Excellence, and Integrity.
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:
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving organisational capability and risk management, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.
Closing Date:
Don'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.
For more information, please contact Acting CEO, Dave McKendry on 1300 622 629
Join us at Mackay Regional Council and make a difference in our community!
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Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound Local Government, with responsibility of $3.5 billion worth of assets in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. As a member of Mackay Regional Council, you will be one in a team of approximately 1100 dedicated employees who deliver a variety of services, programs and facilities to the communities in the Mackay region.
Mackay Regional Council provides competitive remuneration packages including attractive salary, a commitment to work/life balance and a variety of other benefits and opportunities. Reward yourself with a career and lifestyle you love!
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Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound Local Government, with responsibility of $3.5 billion worth of assets in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. As a member of Mackay Regional Council, you will be one in a team of approximately 1100 dedicated employees who deliver a variety of services, programs and facilities to the communities in the Mackay region.
Mackay Regional Council provides competitive remuneration packages including attractive salary, a commitment to work/life balance and a variety of other benefits and opportunities. Reward yourself with a career and lifestyle you love!
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