Chief Executive Officer
(Package negotiable $182,109 to $300,370 Band 3 SAT Determination 2021)
We are looking for a dynamic leader with a growth mindset, who is highly community focused.
About the role
As Chief Executive Officer you will take overall corporate responsibility for the organisation. You will foster a customer service focus, a positive team culture, a cohesive relationship with the Council and the community and a basis for efficient planning and delivery of services provided by the organisation. You will develop and lead the goals and objectives of the Council as set out in plans, budgets, capital works programs and integrated and asset management plans. You will be accountable for the Council’s human, financial and physical resources whilst acting as the face of the organisation in the community.
Interested applicants may obtain the Information Package and PDF by contacting Bethany Goss, HR/Payroll Manager by emailing recruitment@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or by calling (08) 9839 0000.
For more information relating to the role itself, you are strongly encouraged to contact Matthew Bird, Chief Executive Officer by calling (08) 9839 0000.
Conditions
Ideally, you will have intimate knowledge of the workings of local government or have worked within a senior management capacity. Additionally, you will hold relevant tertiary qualifications or have equivalent relevant senior management experience as well as some knowledge of the outside operations of a Shire.
Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:
- Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol.
- National police clearance
What’s in it for you?
A performance based 3 to 5-year contract will be negotiated which includes:
- an attractive remuneration package in the vicinity of $182,109 to $300,370 including a negotiable cash component commensurate with qualifications and experience
- generous annual leave
- up to 17% superannuation (conditional),
- vehicle allowance
- rent-free housing and utilities supplied.
- A Regional/Isolation allowance up to $38,600 per annum is negotiable.
Location
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a local government area of 13,551 square kilometres, in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The Shire is located on the stunning Fitzgerald Coast region and is the year-round gateway to one of the largest and most botanically significant National Parks in Australia, the Fitzgerald National Park. Home to the internationally recognised Fitzgerald Biosphere, it is also bordered by the newly created South Coast Marine Park. The area is often described as an undiscovered wilderness, encompassing the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald, the shire is located five hours southeast of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany.
The Shire has a population of 2,085 (2021) and is a beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include farming, tourism and mining.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
- A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work.
- A statement of claims against both the Competency Requirements and the Selection Criteria as detailed in the CEO Position Description.
- The contact details of work-related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application.
Applications can be emailed to recruitment@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to Tom Major, Shire President, and marked Confidential – Chief Executive Officer no later than 4pm Monday 6 October,2025.
Supporting a diverse workforce
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Tom Major
Shire President |