Recruitment of General Manager (Chief Executive Officer)

Huon Valley Council (HVC) is a rural local government in Tasmania, covering most of the south of the state, with a multidisciplinary workforce of approximately 200 people across a wide range of professions including childcare, construction and maintenance, healthcare, recreation as well as a wide range of administrative, professional, and executive positions.

HVC is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified recruitment consultants, with experience in recruiting for executive level positions, for the purpose of recruiting a General Manager (CEO).

The General Manager (CEO) will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HVC by providing exemplary leadership, fostering collaboration and a constructive culture, and driving innovation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, management, and administration of Council.

The Selection Panel Committee will consist of 9 Councillors, an external consultant appointed by Council, and the preferred Recruitment Consultant.  The Selection Panel Committee will be required to approve all processes and documents mentioned above.

Please note: in line with Local Government structural trends in Tasmania and on the mainland, Huon Valley Council is advertising for the role of Chief Executive Officer, in place of General Manager. All correspondence going forward in relation to the advertised position will refer to Chief Executive Officer or CEO.

LG Services Group (LGSG) has been appointed as the Recruitment Consultant for the purpose of recruiting a CEO.

The position was advertised on 9 November 2023, and will be open for a period of three weeks.

Please click here to view the advertised position.

Further updates will be provided as the process is progressed.