Port Pirie Regional Council is a vibrant regional hub nestled between the Spencer Gulf and the Southern Flinders Ranges.

With a population of 18,000 and just 2.5 hours from Adelaide, Port Pirie is undergoing exciting transformation—offering outstanding facilities, new industry initiatives, and growing career opportunities.

Join a team that values service excellence, integrity, and community.

Manager Community Services

About the opportunity

Port Pirie Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly skilled manager to manage the development and implementation of plans and strategies that will contribute to the achievement of the Community Plan. The position will oversee multiple facets of Council including tourism, events, libraries, community development, community wellbeing, arts and culture.

Reporting to the Director Corporate and Community, the position will establish, coordinate and lead with appropriate and effective management, systems and processes within Council to ensure desired outcomes are achieved and manage the integration of community services, projects and programs offered by all services located in the Cultural Precinct.

The position is classified at Level 6 of the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and Associated Enterprise Agreement for a 5 year fixed term contract with an immediate start desirable.

About You

To be considered for this position, you must have:

formal qualifications to degree level in a relevant discipline and/or significant relevant experience;

demonstrated experience in leading, developing, managing and supporting team outcomes and performance;

the ability to successfully deliver projects and services on time and within budget;

working knowledge of social and strategic planning models and processes in community asset development and service delivery;

knowledge of Local Government Act and other applicable legislation, Local Government’s role in providing services to the community,

high degree of communication skills; and

demonstrated high levels of interpersonal skills and work ethics.

What to include in your application

As part of the online application process, you will be required to attach the following:

A covering letter stating why you are applying for the position, giving your address and details of how you may be contacted during normal business hours.

A statement of not more than 2 (two) pages, addressing the Person Specifications listed in the Job Description. Consideration for interview is based upon your clear demonstration that you meet the essential requirements for the position.

A resume that provides your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history.

Consideration for interview is based upon your clear demonstration that you meet the essential requirements for the position.

How to apply

To apply or to view a detailed Job Description, please visit the Notice Board - Employment page of Port Pirie Regional Council's website www.pirie.sa.gov.au

Applications must be submitted via Council's website, applications submitted in any other platform will not be accepted.

Applications to be received by close of business Monday 20 October 2025.

Contact Details

Luigi Mesisca
Director Corporate and Community
Phone: 08 8633 9718