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Director Infrastructure and Development

Mount Alexander Shire Council
The Heart VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
12 days ago

Qualifications

Working with Children Check
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Applications closing on 20 July 2026, 12:00 PM

Reference number26-42
Job TypeFull Time
PackageSenior Officer contract

Full time, ongoing
Senior Officer

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 20 July 2026

Mount Alexander Shire Council is a values‑driven rural municipality located in the heart of central Victoria, serving a vibrant, diverse and highly engaged community. The Council is committed to working collaboratively with its communities to strengthen wellbeing, sustainability and liveability across the Shire, guided by its Delivering Together values.

Through strong governance, thoughtful stewardship of public resources and a focus on long‑term outcomes, Council delivers a wide range of essential services, infrastructure and strategic initiatives that support resilient communities, protect valued natural environments and promote inclusive economic and social prosperity.

The role

We are looking for a dedicated and visionary person to join our team. In this key leadership role, you will join with the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer and the Executive team to lead the organisation, by shaping its culture, supporting strategic direction and optimising performance. You will oversee the following units:

Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities (including Parks and Open Space, Natural Environment, Active Communities, Community Buildings and Property)
Engineering (including Asset Management and Engineering)
Operations (including Works, Waste and Climate Change)
Development Services (including Building Services, Community Safety and Amenity, Public and Environmental Health, Statutory Planning and Strategic Planning)
Grants (including obtaining external grant funding)

Providing excellent customer service is also a top priority. You will work with your teams to ensure that every interaction reflects the organisation’s dedication to meeting and exceeding customer expectations including through streamlining processes and removing barriers.

Our ideal candidate

We won’t settle until we find the right person for the role and our organisation, who will have:

Proven experience and success in a senior leadership role
Strong leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
A track record of fostering positive organizational culture and performance
Relevant qualifications and experience in Engineering, Planning or related fields
Ability to build and maintain trust and confidence with staff, Councillors, and community partners
Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Michael Annear on (03) 5471 1708.

How to apply

Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.

Please ensure your application includes:

A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
A copy of your current resume
Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.

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