Somerset Regional Council, just one hour west of Brisbane, is the fastest growing Local Government area in Southeast Queensland with a projected population of 34,500 by 2031.
A region of lakes, landscapes and art galleries the regions towns offer a high quality of living all whilst being a short drive from to both Brisbane and Toowoomba.
A unique opportunity now exists to join the Executive Leadership team as Director Operations
and help lead the transformation of one of Queensland’s most ambitious Local Government areas.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director Operations
will lead a significant directorate delivering a wide array of services to the community including roadworks, drainage, parks and gardens, disaster management, workshop, waste management, and cemetery services.
By working in partnership with the Chief Executive Officer and the Executive leadership team, the Director Operations will play a key role in providing inspiring leadership and stewardship, characterised by innovation, collaboration and service.
As a creative thinker, you will be comfortable generating alternatives, visualising new possibilities, challenging assumptions and opening yourself up to new information. Additionally, you will be eager to foster strong partnerships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and the community to drive innovative and strategic urban development.
About You
As a leader of people, you will most likely bring with you, significant exposure within the infrastructure arena and have a track record of successful project delivery, leading teams through periods of change and growth and building cultures that you are proud of.
As would be expected of such a high-profile role, advanced communication and advocacy skills are essential, as is the ability to develop effective partnerships across a diverse and broad reaching community.
Familiarity of relevant legislation within the Local Government context whilst not essential, would be an advantage as is a knowledge and understanding of the broader changing social, political, and economic issues facing both the Local, State and Federal government sectors. It is further expected that the successful applicant will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
This truly is a role which presents both professional opportunities and challenges, whilst offering a kaleidoscope of rewards.
To access a copy of the comprehensive candidate brochure, please visit our website, locate the advertisement under the job search function, and then directly request the brochure through the online form.
For any specific role related concerns or queries, please contact Gareth Broadrick or Tamar Aslanian at lg@capstonerecruitment.com.au
Recruitment Timeline
Applications close Friday 11th July 2025 (midnight).
Director Operations
Director Operations
Contract Type:
Full Time
Location:
QLD - Regional - QLD
Industry:
Government / Local Government
Contact Name:
Gareth Broadrick
Contact Email:
lg@capstonerecruitment.com.au
Date Published:
19-Jun-2025
