The Shire of Yilgarn is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to step into the Executive Manager Corporate Services role.
Located 4 hours east of Perth, Southern Cross is a safe and vibrant Wheatbelt community offering a wonderful country lifestyle, and a supportive working workplace.
This position is a critical leadership role, being one of three senior management positions. The position autonomously oversees all aspects of corporate governance and finance and works closely with the CEO to develop the Shire’s strategic planning and compliance. This position is an opportunity for applicants looking to take on a challenge and develop their corporate management and managerial skillset or for an industry veteran looking to do meaningful work in a friendly and supportive environment.
No matter what your background is, to be successful in this role you will need sufficient foundational knowledge in accounting and finance, advanced computer literacy, the ability to plan your time, and a demonstrated ability to build professional relationships. Further, you must be adaptable and capable of working with others of vastly different skill sets. You must have the ability and mindset to teach and drive the continual improvement of staff and the organisation wherever possible.
A generous remuneration package is offered, including rent-free executive accommodation,
unrestricted private use of a fully maintained vehicle, 5 weeks of annual leave, 12 days of leave per year and Council matching of additional superannuation contributions of up to 7.5% of gross salary.
The cash component will be negotiated with the successful candidate and is expected to be between $100k-$130k.
How To Apply An application package outlining the duties and responsibilities is available on the Shire’s website: www.yilgarn.wa.gov.au.
For enquiries about the position, contact Ben Forbes, Chief Executive Officer at
[email protected] or call (08) 9049 1001 during office hours.
Applications must adhere to the requirements detailed in the application package to be considered and be clearly marked “Private & Confidential – Executive Manager Corporate Services” and sent to
[email protected].
Applications must be submitted by 4pm Thursday, 3 December 2026.
Ben Forbes
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Yilgarn
PO Box 86
SOUTHERN CROSS WA 6426
Please note: Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applicants. The successful applicant will be required to obtain relevant police checks and provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. This position is subject to a pre-employment medical assessment and National Police Clearance.
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