Director Regulatory Services

Director Regulatory Services
Town of Port Hedland

The Town of Port Hedland is one of Australia’s most strategically significant regional centres and home to the largest bulk export port in the world. Located in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, the Town plays a critical role in supporting the global resources industry while delivering essential services to a resilient and diverse community.

The Town is now seeking an experienced executive leader to join the organisation as Director Regulatory Services, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and forming part of the Executive Leadership Team.

This Directorate leads a diverse portfolio including planning and building services, environmental health, ranger services, sustainability and economic development.

The Director will play a key leadership role in strengthening regulatory leadership, supporting investment and development across the region and building capability within the organisation during a period of leadership renewal.

Key priorities include:

• Strengthening leadership capability and organisational alignment across the Directorate
• Supporting economic development and facilitating investment across the region
• Building strong relationships with industry, government and community stakeholders
• Ensuring effective regulatory services and statutory compliance

The successful candidate will be a strategic and resilient executive leader with experience managing complex regulatory or development environments. You will demonstrate the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, build strong stakeholder relationships and support organisational improvement.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping the future of regulatory and development services within one of Australia’s most economically significant regions.

How To Apply

Please download the candidate information package and submit your application

Applications close: 5:00 pm (AEST) Monday 13 April 2026.