Manager Economic Development

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia McArthur Full time
  • Senior Leadership role + Unique Career/Lifestyle opportunity
  • Up to $175k TRP
  • Great workplace culture - flexible, innovative & collaborative

Manager Economic Development

Wellington Shire Council - Sale Victoria

This is an exciting opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that attract investment, create jobs, and drive sustainable growth - as the
Manager Economic Development
at
Wellington Shire Council
.

Reporting to the General Manager Development, you'll be part of the Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in positioning Wellington as a destination of choice for business, industry, and lifestyle. You'll lead programs that support business growth, encourage innovation, and strengthen the region's economic resilience and prosperity.

Why Join Wellington?

  • Hybrid working - up to 12 days per month WFH.
  • Competitive salary + vehicle (private use).
  • Additional leave purchase and professional development opportunities.
  • Exciting portfolio of upcoming major projects.
  • Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in unique and beautiful region - in the '
    Middle of Everywhere
    '

About Wellington Shire

As Victoria's third-largest municipality, Wellington Shire stretches from the High Country to the iconic Gippsland Lakes and the Ninety Mile Beach. With over 500 employees and a budget exceeding $150 million, the Council delivers essential services to a thriving and diverse community.

Wellington is home to some of Australia's most significant renewable energy projects, RAAF Base East Sale, and a strong, established agricultural base - including major dairy, beef, and horticultural producers. This combination of traditional and emerging industries positions Wellington as a key contributor to Victoria's clean energy transition and regional economic growth.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead economic strategy and partnerships
    that grow Wellington's economy, attract investment, and support local business and industry.
  • Drive key initiatives
    including the
    Middle of Everywhere
    brand and major projects that promote the region's competitive advantages.
  • Manage Council's commercial portfolio
    , including overseeing the West Sale Airport and Gippsland Regional Livestock Exchange, ensuring strong financial and operational performance.
  • Support industry diversification
    by enabling growth in key sectors such as Defence, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Tourism.
  • Champion the visitor economy
    through tourism and major event initiatives that enhance liveability and regional vibrancy.
  • Lead advocacy and investment attraction
    efforts with government and private partners to deliver infrastructure and industry growth.
  • Provide strategic leadership
    to ensure alignment with Council's vision for a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative economy.

About You

You are a strategic leader who thrives on collaboration, influence, and results. With proven experience in economic development, investment attraction, or related sectors, you are:

  • An empowering, positive and engaged leader, with excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Have a track record in delivering economic development or major investment projects.
  • Strategic, commercially minded, and politically astute.
  • Confident in dealing with major industry players and government stakeholders.
  • Able to manage complexity across multiple sectors and community interests
  • Have a strong understanding of local government or regional economic environments.
  • Are tertiary qualified, in business, economics, planning, or a related discipline.

Candidates with the drive and commitment to achieve exceptional outcomes for both Council and the community will be rewarded with this highly sought-after role.

Wellington Shire Council has a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

For a candidate pack or to apply, please visit

referencing job number
J8473
in the search bar.

For a confidential conversation, please contact
Danielle Jupp or Fiona Bain on

.

Applications close on Wednesday 12th November 2025 (TBC).

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