Diverse community & development focussed leadership role

Career & lifestyle opportunity in growth council

$110,000 - $120,000 plus Superannuation

Tatiara District Council services a population of approx.7000 and is one of the largest Local Government areas in South Australia. Located in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, the main service centres are Bordertown and Keith, with smaller townships of Mundulla, Wolseley and Padthaway. Bordertown is conveniently located just three hours from Adelaide and five hours from Melbourne.

Tatiara means "the good country", and the district’s underground water and a mild Mediterranean climate support a prosperous primary production sector and continually expanding value-added industries. Business growth, combined with low unemployment, excellent facilities, and a quality country lifestyle are driving population growth and the Council-led expansion of two industrial estates and development of a residential estate.

Reporting to the Director Corporate & Community Services, and supported by 7 direct reports, key responsibilities of this newly aligned portfolio and role will include:

Providing leadership and direction to the community and economic development and regulatory services team and functions including; the Walkway Gallery, swimming pools, cemeteries and Tatiara Local Action Plan

Overseeing Council’s regulatory services including; planning and building services, animal management, fire prevention, parking regulation, by-law investigations and prosecution, environmental health.

Promoting excellent customer service and a positive team culture across the organisation.

Developing strong working relationships with businesses and community groups across the district, the Manager works collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to promote development and investment in the district.

We seek a proactive leader, with capability and capacity to manage a multidisciplinary team, and one who will be highly engaged at all levels across Council, the community and beyond.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer literacy, a strong track record in development assessment, economic development and/or community services delivery, and the ability to lead with heart and passion will be critical to success.

Qualifications and/or extensive relevant experience in some/ all of the above areas will be essential.

Don’t delay, apply now online quoting reference TDC161025 by midnight 2 November 2025.

For enquiries and/or to obtain a Candidate Information Pack please phone, text or email Heather Oliver at LG Talent in confidence on 0404 801 969 or via [email protected]