Group Manager Commerical Business

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Location: Kempsey Shire Council area, New South Wales. Employment type: Full-time.

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages. We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation with 360+ staff and assets across the Shire, working with the community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.

The Commercial Business Department shapes the future of the Shire through management and operation of key commercial assets and Shire-wide services such as economic development and tourism. The primary purpose of this role is to lead the Department to deliver efficient, effective and coherent commercial business services for customers and the community in a financially sustainable manner, contributing to the Shire's success and prosperity.

The Department comprises the following functions:

• Commercial Assets – oversight and management of Macleay Valley Coast Holiday Parks, Kempsey Airport, Kempsey Regional Saleyards
• Economic Development & Tourism – management of the Slim Dusty Centre and Visitor Information Services
• Property Services – strategic and statutory property management
• Facilities & Operations – management of Council's owned facilities and cemeteries

This role is part of the Senior Leadership Team and the incumbent is expected to contribute openly and constructively as a member of Council's leadership team. For a full list of the key accountabilities, please refer to the Position Description.

You are a proactive and commercially minded leader with a strong background in managing complex operations, ideally within a government or public sector context. You have a proven ability to balance commercial success with community benefit and stakeholder engagement.

• Tertiary qualification in Business or a related field
• Significant experience in a senior leadership role overseeing commercial operations, property, and/or business services
• Strong strategic and financial acumen with a track record of delivering sustainable business outcomes
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks within a government setting
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

• A permanent full-time position, 35-hour work week
• Monthly RDOs
• Attractive annual remuneration package plus leaseback vehicle
• Generous leave entitlements, including Long Service Leave after five years
• Wellbeing-focused environment with flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP, social club, and health and wellbeing programs
• Fitness Passports for discounted access to gym and pool facilities
• Career development and study leave if required
• Excellent lifestyle and work-life balance on the beautiful Mid-North Coast

Please apply via Council's website: https://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/

Documents to submit:

• A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description)
• Your current resume

Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 17 September 2025. Council reserves the right to close advertisements earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Submit your application as soon as possible.

Questions? Please contact Daniel Thoroughgood – Director Corporate and Commercial for a confidential discussion at Ph: 02 6566 3200.

Please note: Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system-generated emails. Ensure your email is correct to receive crucial updates. If you experience difficulties applying online, contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.au.

Equal Opportunity: Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultures and linguistic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Reasonable adjustments are available on request throughout the recruitment process.

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