Director Community Planning and Development Services - Shire of Capel
Values-based leadership of a newly formed three-Directorate structure
- Contribute to the Shire's thriving and inspiring future
- Five year contract: Executive Leadership position
- $185,400 plus super, vehicle/vehicle allowance & housing allowance
THE SHIRE
The Shire of Capel is a vibrant and connected community with a family-friendly lifestyle in the beautiful South-West region of Western Australia, situated between Bunbury and Busselton, in close proximity to the Margaret River region. The team embodies the Shire’s HEART values - honesty, empathy, accountability, respect and teamwork. This is a critical and exciting time for the Shire, with significant projects underway including a leadership and cultural development program and an ERP implementation, and the reshaping of the organisational structure including the creation of a third directorate, driven by the growth in the organisation.
THE ROLE
The Director Community, Planning & Development Services provides executive leadership for the following portfolios: community and economic development; libraries; planning and building services; and environmental health services. Reporting to the newly appointed CEO, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and contribute to the overall leadership, governance and performance of the organisation. A key focus of the role will be leading the development of the new Local Planning Scheme and shaping a clear vision to strengthen the Shire’s planning future.
REQUIREMENTS
If you are an accomplished senior leader with experience contributing to organisational strategy, governance and executive decision-making within a Local Government environment, we would be interested to hear from you. Significant experience in community development and strategic and statutory planning will be highly regarded, particularly where supported by a professional planning background. The successful candidate will also be an effective executive team member who can lead senior managers, build organisational capability and foster a strong culture of physical and psychosocial safety and customer service.
THE PACKAGE
An attractive remuneration package is on offer, including a base salary of $185,400 plus superannuation, a housing allowance of $26,000, a vehicle or vehicle allowance, and a professional development allowance, on a five-year contract.
Applications will close at 4pm AWST on Tuesday 29 September 2026.
Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify.
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