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Lead an Inner City, Regional Council at the forefront of Environmental Sustainability Services
A regional Council with a business focus
A strategic and commercial Executive leadership position
SAT Band 2 TRP $238,132 to $370,428
2 year term contract, with the possibility of extension(s) to a maximum of 5 years
THE COUNCIL
The Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council (EMRC) is a forward thinking regional local government representing the interests of two member Councils in Perth's Eastern Region to build a sustainable community for current and future generations. The EMRC administration office is based in Ascot and the organisation is a model of successful collaboration that delivers tangible benefits in waste management, resource recovery and sustainability initiatives.
THE ROLE
Working in collaboration with the Elected Members from the Member Councils, the Chief Executive Officer will provide visionary and innovative leadership to the team of approximately 100 staff. The Chief Executive Officer's primary purpose is to deliver the strategic objectives and vision set by Council, to promote sustainable waste management, resource recovery and a transition to a circular economy. As part of this, your responsibilities will include effective business management, governance, compliance, and stakeholder management. You will provide an environment that encourages employees to reach their potential in achieving the organisational outcomes and ensure excellent service delivery.
REQUIREMENTS
If you are a commercially minded Executive with experience in a board governance related service delivery environment, we would be interested in hearing from you. A strategic and innovative thinker with excellent financial management and corporate governance skills will be required to continue the success of the organisation. Additionally, someone with a tertiary qualification combined with strong stakeholder relationship management skills will be the ideal candidate for this position.
THE PACKAGE
The Total Reward Package range for this contract of a 2 year term, with the possibility of extension(s) to a maximum of 5 years, is offered in accordance with SAT Band 2, being $238,132 to $370,428.
Please provide a comprehensive resume together with a covering letter, outlining your interest in the position and addressing your suitability to the role with regard to the Selection Criteria within the Application Pack found here .
Applications will close at 4pm AWST on Friday 20 March 2026 Interviews will be held in person the week of 30 March to 2 April 2026.
Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify
The Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome people from all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people identifying as LGBTI, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
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