About Kingston District Council…

Kingston District Council is located on South Australia's Limestone Coast, with Kingston SE as its principal township. The district combines coastal communities, productive agricultural land and a strong connection to regional industry and tourism.

The district offers a coastal lifestyle and a welcoming community. Council plays an important role in maintaining essential infrastructure, supporting local services and working with government and regional partners to secure the district's future.

About the role…

Kingston District Council is seeking a Chief Executive Officer who can provide strong, practical leadership and turn Council priorities into results. Working with the Mayor, Elected Members and Executive Leadership Team, you will oversee services, finances and assets, with a clear focus on delivering infrastructure projects and sustainable outcomes for the community.

This role calls for a leader who can inspire and coach people, make sound decisions and build confidence across the organisation. You will also be an effective advocate for the district, developing relationships and influencing government and funding partners to progress local priorities.

What you will do…

- Lead, motivate and develop staff, setting clear expectations and building an accountable, supportive culture.
- Deliver Council's strategic priorities through practical plans, sound decisions and measurable outcomes.
- Oversee infrastructure and capital projects, ensuring delivery against agreed scope, budgets and timelines.
- Manage Council's finances, assets and long-term financial planning with strong commercial judgement.
- Advocate and lobby effectively with State and Federal Governments and other partners for funding and regional priorities.
- Build productive relationships with the Mayor, Elected Members, employees, community, businesses and regional stakeholders.
- Provide Council with timely, impartial advice and clear reporting to support sound decisions.
- Strengthen service delivery,



organisational performance and practical continuous improvement.
- Maintain strong governance, risk management and statutory compliance.
- Represent Council with credibility and engage openly with the community.

What they are looking for…

- Proven executive leadership experience, with the ability to inspire teams, manage performance and lead change.
- A solid record of delivering infrastructure, capital works or other projects to agreed outcomes.
- Sound financial and commercial skills, including budgets, long-term planning and asset management.
- Demonstrated advocacy, influencing and negotiation skills, including the ability to secure support and build partnerships.
- High emotional intelligence, sound judgement and the ability to manage people and complex relationships effectively.
- A practical, decisive approach, with the drive and accountability to get things done.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills across Council, government, industry and the community.
- An understanding of governance, risk and legislative obligations in a public-facing organisation.
- Knowledge of local government and regional community challenges will be highly regarded.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications are desirable; equivalent executive experience will be well regarded.

The Kingston lifestyle…

The Kingston district offers a distinctive Limestone Coast lifestyle, with coastal scenery, local produce and a friendly regional community. It is an opportunity to combine meaningful executive leadership with living and working in a place where your contribution is visible.

More information…

If you are an experienced leader who builds strong teams, delivers projects and can advocate confidently for a regional community, we encourage you to apply.

To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Pack and to apply, please visit mcarthur.com.au. and quote reference number J10163. Applications close 9am Monday 30th November 2026.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Rebecca Hunt or Teresa Nilsson on (08) •••• •000.

📌 Chief Executive Officer (Kingston SE)
🏢 Mcarthur
📍 Kingston SE