At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring wework together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help usachieve this we are seekingan experienced and highly capable leaderto manage the Office of the General Manager and provide strategic, operationaland confidential support to the General Manager and Executive Leadership Team.

This is a uniqueopportunity to work at the heart of one of regional Australia's fastest growingcouncils, supporting executive decision-making, helping to drive organisationalpriorities, and managing relationships across government, industry and thecommunity.

Reportingdirectly to the General Manager, the Manager Office of the General Manager is atrusted problem solver and coordinator who ensures the seamless operation ofthe executive office while providing support to leadership across a diverseportfolio of governance, stakeholder engagement and organisational supportfunctions.

What you'll be responsible for

You will lead theday-to-day operation of the General Manager's Office while playing a criticalrole in supporting the organisation's strategic and operational objectives.

Key areas ofresponsibility include:

- Providing high-levelstrategic and operational advice to the General Manager.
- Researching, analysingand coordinating responses to complex and emerging issues.
- Preparing executivebriefings, reports, correspondence and presentations for senior leaders andelected representatives.
- Managing sensitive andconfidential matters requiring sound judgement and discretion.
- Coordinatingstakeholder relationships across government agencies, elected representatives,industry, businesses and community organisations.
- Driving continuousimprovement initiatives across executive support and business administrationfunctions.
- Leading and developinga small, high-performing team that supports the General Manager, Mayor andCouncillors.

About you

You are anexperienced professional who thrives in complex environments and is comfortableoperating at both strategic and operational levels.

You arepolitically astute,



highly organised and able to build trusted relationshipswith stakeholders at all levels. You can confidently manage competingpriorities, navigate sensitive issues and deliver quality outcomes underpressure.

Most importantly,you bring:

- Exceptional written andverbal communication skills.
- Solid stakeholderengagement and relationship management capabilities.
- Demonstrated leadershipexperience and the ability to influence outcomes.
- High levels ofdiscretion, integrity and professionalism.
- The ability toanticipate issues, think critically and solve problems proactively.
- Experience supportingsenior executives in politically sensitive environments.

Why this role is different

This is not atraditional executive support position.

It is aleadership role that provides direct exposure to executive decision-making,strategic organisational priorities and high-profile stakeholder engagement.The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager, Mayor,Councillors and Executive Leadership Team.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours perweek

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting in the range of $101,015 to $113,067 depending on skills and experience

Opportunity for performance-based increase available after 12 months.

- Flexiblework arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discounted gym membership throughmembership to Fitness Passport
- Candidates relocating to the region have access to TheWelcome Experience
- Opportunities for learning and development and internal career progression
- Annual salary increase as per theLocal Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Generous employee assistance program
- Salary packaging options availablethrough Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
- Recognition through our annual awardsceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviablelocations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches,national parks, playgrounds, sporting facil

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