Chief Executive Officer

Vor 2 Tagen

NewcastleMaitland, Österreich Local Government NSW Vollzeit

Lake Macquarie provides a naturally beautiful, vibrant, progressive environment for families, businesses, and tourists. It features lively communities, beautiful beaches, lush forests, and the delights of a lakeside life. The city is rich in new ideas and next generation thinking – a natural playground for progress and possibility. Lake Macquarie City Council is seeking an experienced, strategic and community-focused Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead one of NSW’s most progressive and high-performing local government organisations. Reporting to the Mayor and accountable to Councillors, the CEO is responsible for the effective leadership and management of Council operations, resources, and strategy. This is a pivotal position providing the link between the elected Council, the organisation and the community—ensuring decisions and services reflect the long-term vision of the City. The Chief Executive Officer will lead a diverse workforce and oversee financial, strategic, and operational performance. The CEO will foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and engagement while ensuring Council meets all statutory, governance, and community obligations. Key responsibilities include providing strategic leadership to deliver the Delivery Program and long-term priorities for the City, while advising and supporting the Mayor and Councillors in policy development and good governance. The role will lead high-level engagement with government, industry, media and the community, oversee financial sustainability and service excellence, and represent Council as a trusted leader and spokesperson within the community. You are an accomplished executive leader with the confidence, capability, and resilience to guide a complex, multi-disciplinary organisation. With exceptional communication, governance and relationship-building skills, you bring a collaborative leadership style and a commitment to transparent, customer-centred service delivery. The ideal background and experience includes demonstrated experience requiring strong financial, verbal and written communication skills, plus experience with lobbying and advocating on behalf of Council and community stakeholders, strategic planning and development, and a solid knowledge of local government legislation and statutory requirements. A strong focus on providing transparency, achieving efficiencies/savings, delivering robust financial management and having highly refined political skills are critical to success in this role. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact. A strong commitment to community engagement, continuous improvement, and high-quality service delivery is essential, along with the ability to navigate complexity in a dynamic environment. An information package including a comprehensive position description can also be found on the website at lgnsw.org.au/lgms All applicants must address the selection criteria to be considered for this role. To learn more about Council and the area go to For further assistance please contact Christian Morris Manager Local Government Management Solutions on ***. Applications close 5pm, Monday 2 February 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Chief Operating Officer

    vor 3 Wochen

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich at Vollzeit

    Join Breast Cancer Trials (BCT) - a world leading, purpose driven research charity making a real difference in the lives of people affected by breast cancer. This is a 6 month contract opportunity to step into a key leadership role while a recruitment process is planned and undertaken for a full time incumbent. You’ll have support and a great team,...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    vor 1 Woche

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich at Vollzeit

    Chief Financial Officer - Newcastle (Junior CFO) High margin, high growth technology services. This is a market leading, fast-growing, PE-backed SaaS company serving the Australian B2B market. With the recent backing of a top-tier domestic fund, they are undergoing aggressive organic growth across both geographic and product channels. This is the companies...

  • Executive Assistant

    vor 3 Wochen

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich St George Christian School Vollzeit

    Executive Assistant 5 Days per Week | Term Time with Additional Hours at Semester Start Charlton Christian College – Fassifern, NSW Charlton Christian College is a K–12 co-educational Christian college of over 800 students, located in Fassifern, Lake Macquarie. Our mission is to provide a Christ-centred education of excellence that helps students develop...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Newcastle City Council, Österreich Careers At Council Vollzeit

    Overview Join to apply for the Chief Financial Officer role at Careers at Council Explore the Job. Lake Macquarie City Council is committed to serving our community which is a purpose that resonates across every role in our diverse organisation. We're seeking a senior finance executive who is passionate about leading with purpose, delivering strategic impact...

  • City CEO: Drive Strategy, Engagement

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich Local Government NSW Vollzeit

    A leading local government organization in Newcastle-Maitland is seeking a strategic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead operations and guide a high-performing team. You will oversee financial and operational performance, advise the Mayor, and ensure community engagement. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional communication skills, a collaborative...

  • Executive Assistant

    vor 3 Wochen

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich Charlton Christian College Vollzeit

    Executive Assistant - Christian Education Charlton Christian College – Fassifern NSW Executive Assistant 5 Days per Week | Term Time with Additional Hours at Semester Start Charlton Christian College – Fassifern, NSW We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide executive administrative support to the Principal and Board and support the...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    vor 2 Wochen

    Newcastle City Council, Österreich Aboriginal Health Council Of Western Australia Vollzeit

    LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB Permanent, Full Time Lake Macquarie City Council is committed to serving our community which is a purpose that resonates across every role in our diverse organisation. We're seeking a senior finance executive who is passionate about leading with purpose, delivering strategic impact and working in a values-based organisation. As Chief...

  • Chief Accounting Officer

    Vor 5 Tagen

    Maitland City Council, Österreich Axiom Bank Vollzeit

    A financial institution is seeking an experienced SVP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer to lead its accounting team. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with US GAAP, and overseeing the preparation of regulatory reports. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in bank financial management,...

  • Deputy Chief Digital Information Officer

    vor 3 Wochen

    Newcastle City Council, Österreich at Vollzeit

    Deputy Chief Digital Information Officer The University of Newcastle is seeking a visionary and experienced Deputy Chief Digital Information Officer (DCDIO) to help shape and deliver the University’s digital future. In this senior leadership position you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the University’s digital strategy, with the...

  • Executive Assistant to Principal

    vor 4 Wochen

    Newcastle-Maitland, Österreich St George Christian School Vollzeit

    A K–12 educational institution in New South Wales is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Principal and Board. This role involves managing the Principal's Office, coordinating meetings, and ensuring effective communication. Applicants should possess a relevant qualification, administrative experience, and a commitment to child safety....