Group Manager Commerical Business

2 days ago

South West Rocks, New South Wales, Australia Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia Full time
About Us: Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.Your New Role: The Commercial Business Department within Council plays an important role in shaping the future of the Shire through the management and operation of key commercial assets and the provision of Shire wide services such as economic development and tourism.The primary purpose of this role is to lead the Department in line with the organisation's values to deliver efficient, effective and coherent commercial business services for its customers and the community in a financially sustainable manner, and by doing so, to contribute to the success and prosperity of the Shire.The Department comprises the following functions:
  • Commercial Assets – including oversight and management of Macleay Valley Coast Holiday Parks, Kempsey Airport, Kempsey Regional Saleyards
  • Economic Development & Tourism – including management of the Slim Dusty Centre and Visitor Information Services
  • Property Services – including strategic and statutory property management
  • Facilities & Operations – including 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 the leadership team of Council.For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.About You: 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.As the successful candidate you will possess the following:
  • Tertiary qualification/s 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.
Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council: As the successful candidate, you'll enjoy:
  • A permanent full-time position, 35-hour work week
  • Monthly RDOs
  • Attractive annual remuneration package plus leaseback vehicle.
  • Generous leave entitlements, including access to Long Service Leave after five years
  • A working environment focussed on wellbeing, including flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP access, social club, and health and wellbeing programs.
  • Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
  • Career development and learning opportunities, access to study leave if required.
  • A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.
Interested?Please apply via Council's website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/. Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:
  • A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
  • Your current resume.
Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 17 September 2025 Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.Have questions? Please contact Daniel Thoroughgood – Director Corporate and Commercial for a confidential discussion onPh: 02 6566 3200.Please Note: Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
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