SCONE Permanent Full Time – 35 Hours per week The role: In this key position, you will coordinate and deliver high-level strategic advice, business support, and planning activities across Council. A key focus of the role is leading Council’s strategic planning responsibilities, including stewardship of the Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework, and ensuring the timely preparation, facilitation, and delivery of Council’s statutory reports and documents. You will oversee Council’s governance functions to enhance compliance whilst ensuring efficiency in Council’s processes. This includes providing comprehensive advice to Council staff and Councilors to ensure they are equipped to perform their roles efficiently and in alignment with legislative requirements. The role also delivers expert services and guidance across risk management, policy development, audit, compliance, insurance, and Freedom of Information. What’s on Offer: $1828.10 – $2148.70 per 35-hour week 12% super and the opportunity for salary progression 20 days paid annual leave every year, generous sick leave entitlements and access to flexi-time system Access to training and development opportunities Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service Salary sacrifice options Generous uniform allowance Flexible work arrangements and reward program What we need from you: To be successful in this role, you will bring: Relevant qualifications and/or experience, such as a tertiary qualification in governance, economics, law, business, or a related discipline, or extensive experience in a similar role. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the legislative, regulatory, and operational context in which councils operate. Strong knowledge and practical experience in risk management principles - including fostering a positive risk culture - and corporate governance, with demonstrated capability in overseeing related frameworks. Proven ability to meet compliance obligations while delivering practical, business-focused outcomes that add value to the organisation. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, enabling professional and effective engagement with colleagues, stakeholders, Elected Members, and the community. About us: Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility. Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself! Closing Date: Monday 15 December 2025 Job Description: To view this Job Description click here Enquiries and Further Information Give Greg McDonald – General Manager a call on 02 6540 1126 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity. How to Apply All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.
