General Manager
Greater Hume Council
- Holbrook, NSW
- Permanent
- Full-time
Greater Hume Shire - located in southern New South Wales, on the Victorian border and adjoining the Council areas of Wagga Wagga, Albury, Federation, Lockhart, and Snowy Valleys. Welcoming towns and villages intersperse the Shire – Culcairn, Henty, Holbrook, Jindera and Walla Walla are the main centres with many villages. They play a key role in servicing productive rural industries of mixed farming enterprises, primarily grazing of beef, lamb and wool production, and grain production of wheat, oats barley and canola. There are forestry resources based mainly in softwoods plantations in the eastern sector of the shire. Boutique wine and olive oil also feature as emerging industries.The Position
With offices and service centres across the Shire, your leadership will be central to ensuring services remain consistent, responsive and of a high standard. The General Manager guides the organisation’s workforce of around 180 people, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and adaptability. Working closely with nine councillors, you’ll provide strategic advice and deliver on decisions that shape the future of towns and villages across the region.About You:
We’re looking for a leader who understands the responsibilities of local government and can bring practical, forward-looking solutions to a diverse rural shire. You’ll need strong financial and organisational management skills, along with the ability to engage constructively with councillors and provide sound, balanced advice. Equally important is your capacity to build trust with staff, foster a positive workplace culture and represent the Council with confidence and credibility to government, business and the wider community.You will bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in business, management or leadership, or equivalent relevant experience
- Proven experience in senior leadership roles, including oversight of teams, budgets and operational performance.
- Ability to work constructively with Councillors, community members and external stakeholders, providing clear and considered guidance.
An attractive remuneration package if offered which includes:
- An attractive salary component and superannuation
- Motor vehicle leaseback
- Executive housing
- Relocation assistance
- A safe and caring community
Please review the Information Pack and Position Requirements for the role by clicking on 'Apply Now'. Once you have read these, please contact Steven Pinnuck on for a confidential discussion regarding the position.Close: 9am Monday 6 October 2025.
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