- Lead a progressive and successful regional council
- Build on high levels of customer service satisfaction
- Deliver on Councillors’ vision and aspirations for the community

The Position Campaspe Shire Council is seeking an outstanding Chief Executive Officer to lead a progressive regional council serving diverse and growing communities. Reporting to the elected Council, the CEO will provide visible, values-led and collaborative leadership to support community wellbeing, liveability and sustainable growth.

Council is well positioned to build on recent progress, with a clear mandate to continue strengthening customer service, organisational performance and value for ratepayers.

Working constructively with Councillors, the incoming CEO will lead the delivery of current strategic plans, deliver on ambitious infrastructure priorities, and strengthen trusted relationships across government, business and community partners.

The successful appointee will bring a proven record of executive leadership in a large, complex and community-focused organisation delivering a broad range of services and operations. Contemporary governance capability, commercial discipline, sound financial judgement and strong interpersonal skills will be essential.

You will be highly motivated to engage genuinely with regional communities, listen carefully to local priorities, and advocate strongly for outcomes that reflect the needs and aspirations of the Shire.

Leading a multidisciplinary workforce of more than 500 committed staff and a budget exceeding $120 million, you will be known for building constructive workplace cultures, enabling accountability, and strengthening future organisational resilience.

The Organisation





Campaspe Shire is a vibrant regional municipality in northern Victoria, known for its strong communities, rich history, productive agricultural base, majestic rivers and attractive townships. The Shire offers a highly liveable regional lifestyle, with access to education, health services, recreation, culture and natural amenity.

Situated approximately 180km north of Melbourne, Campaspe is home to a diverse mix of regional centres, rural communities and growing local economies, supported by a robust sense of community identity and a practical, can-do approach to local opportunity.

Campaspe Shire Council delivers more than 100 services to the community, including childcare, waste, libraries, parks and gardens, local laws, infrastructure management, animal control, building and planning. Council plays a central role in enabling local services, infrastructure, advocacy and community wellbeing across the municipality.

Campaspe’s Vision

- Our Campaspe is welcoming, inclusive, and diverse.
- Our People are supportive, resilient, and thriving.
- Our Places are vibrant, healthy, and sustainable.
- Stronger Together, like the three rivers flowing through our shire.

For more information on the organisation visit: campaspe.vic.gov.au

Applications close: 1 October 2026

To apply – click ‘Quick apply’, using reference CSCceo0826, addressing your cover letter including motivation, response to key selection criteria and resume to David Baber and Katie Hooker, of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.

A candidate information pack is available to download by visiting: https://futureleadership.com.au/your-career/opportunities/

For further information on Future Leadership™ and additional opportunities please visit https://futureleadership.com.au

📌 Chief Executive Officer @ Campaspe Shire Council (Echuca)
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