Director Community Services

Director Community Services | Mount Isa City Council | Mount Isa

• Lead one of Council’s most complex and influential portfolios during a period of economic transition.

• Make a tangible impact on a remote regional city with national economic significance.

• Executive remuneration package $180k + super. 

Mount Isa City Council is seeking an experienced and strategically minded executive to lead its Community Services portfolio. This senior leadership role sits at the intersection of economic development, community services, regulatory functions and civic infrastructure and plays a central role in shaping Mount Isa’s future as a resilient and liveable remote city.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and forming part of the Executive Leadership Team, the Director Community Services will provide leadership across a broad and diverse directorate, balancing long-term economic priorities with high-profile operational responsibilities.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Leading the delivery of Council’s Economic Development Strategy, with a focus on diversification, industry attraction and long-term resilience

• Driving engagement with State and Commonwealth governments, industry and funding partners

• Overseeing community services and facilities, including youth services, libraries, events, aquatic facilities and major civic venues

• Providing executive oversight of regulatory and compliance functions, including animal management and environmental health

• Managing complex operational assets, including waste and recycling services

• Contributing to place-based planning initiatives aligned to Council’s Corporate Plan

• Providing high-quality advice and briefings to Councillors and the Executive Leadership Team 

This role requires an executive who can operate as a strategic generalist, bringing structure, prioritisation and sound judgement to a demanding portfolio. The successful candidate will be comfortable navigating political environments, managing diverse workforces and making decisions in a financially constrained and highly visible setting.

Local government experience is advantageous but not essential. Council welcomes applications from senior leaders with relevant experience in regional, public or complex service delivery environments.

How to Apply
Please download the candidate information package to view the position description and selection criteria before submitting your application.

Applications close 5:00 pm Monday 2 February 2026.