General Manager Corporate and Communities

• Executive leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Lead diverse corporate and community service portfolios.
• Drive strategic initiatives supporting regional resilience.

About the Company

Elite Executive is proud to be partnering with Douglas Shire Council to recruit a highly capable and strategic General Manager Corporate and Communities. Located in one of Australia’s most unique and environmentally significant regions, Douglas Shire Council is committed to delivering strong governance, sustainable community outcomes and responsive services to residents, businesses and visitors.

This executive leadership opportunity will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of corporate and community services while supporting the region’s ongoing disaster recovery and long-term resilience.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and forming an integral part of the Executive Leadership Team, the General Manager Corporate and Communities will provide strategic leadership across a large and diverse portfolio supporting both internal corporate functions and community facing services.

Leading a department of more than 95 employees across six functional groups, the role is responsible for driving organisational performance, strengthening governance frameworks, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to the community.

This position will also play a critical leadership role in disaster recovery and resilience planning, supporting Council and the community to respond effectively to future challenges while maintaining strong governance, financial sustainability and community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership across corporate and community services.
• Lead strategic planning including the Corporate and Operational Plans.
• Drive disaster recovery planning, resilience and preparedness.
• Strengthen governance, risk management and organisational performance.
• Build strong relationships with Council, community and government.

Skills and Experience Required

• Tertiary qualifications in business, management or leadership, or significant equivalent executive experience.
• Demonstrated executive leadership within a complex organisational environment.
• Proven experience leading large and diverse teams across multiple functions.
• Strong corporate governance capability supported by strategic planning experience.
• High level financial, commercial and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate effectively within a legislative and politically sensitive environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement capability with the ability to work effectively with government, community and industry.
• Experience within local government or a comparable public sector environment will be highly regarded.

Benefits

An attractive executive salary package is on offer, along with five weeks annual leave plus leave loading, a vehicle allowance, relocation assistance and a professional development allowance to support your ongoing growth.

How to apply

Please apply via the link, ensuring you include a current resume and cover letter. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how you meet the outlined criteria may not be considered.

For a confidential discussion or to request a comprehensive candidate information pack, please contact Elite Executive. All enquiries and applications will be managed with the strictest confidence.

Closing date for applications will be 1700hrs Friday 17th April 2026
Elite Executive reserves the right to conclude this process earlier should the right candidate be identified.

Please note that all communication with Elite Executive is maintained strictly confidential. No information will be forwarded to any party without your permission as we respect your right to explore employment opportunities.

At Elite Executive we are committed to creating inclusive workplaces that promote and value diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.

ONLY APPLICANTS WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE