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OverviewPicton, New South Wales Full-timeManager Governance, Integrity and Ethics Picton location / South West Sydney Permanent full-time position Attractive salary based on skills and experience Generous and regular flexible working arrangements About The Opportunity Wollondilly Shire Council is experiencing tremendous growth and an opportunity exists for an experienced leader to manage Councils Governance, Integrity and Ethics Team. Are you a values driven leader with a passion for good governance, ethical leadership, and building public trust? Then this could be your opportunity to make a real difference at the heart of local government. This management role will lead our Governance, Integrity and Ethics team and you will champion transparency, accountability and fairness ensuring that Council operates with the highest standards of probity, conduct and care for both its people and its community. You will lead a dedicated team driving continuous improvement across governance, work health and safety, integrity, and complaint resolution. Responsibilities Lead the Governance, Integrity and Ethics team and drive continuous improvement across governance, work health and safety, integrity, and complaint resolution. Champion transparency, accountability and fairness in Council operations. Develop and implement policies and procedures to uphold high probity and ethical standards. Provide investigation leadership, including planning, conducting investigations, and ensuring procedural fairness in complaints resolution. What You Will Need To Succeed Tertiary Qualifications in a relevant field or significant relevant experience Extensive relevant experience in a similar field Experience in leading and inspiring teams, planning and conducting investigations, including investigation techniques and procedural fairness Ability to gather information and evidence, critically analyse information and exercise sound judgement to solve complex problems Advocate for the highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour Excellent written and oral communications skills with stakeholders on sensitive matters Experience building strong trusting relationships with internal and external customers and collaborating with diverse stakeholders Class C Drivers Licence Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain Desirable Requirements Relevant post-graduate qualifications Knowledge of local government ethics and probity issues Knowledge of relevant legislation (local government policy and practice, Public Interest Disclosures Act 1994, ICAC Act 1988) What We Can Offer You Located on Sydneys southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities. We deliver high-performing services and cultivate a positive and supportive work environment with benefits to support, reward and engage our workforce, including: Growth Learning Program STAR Reward and Recognition program Educational Assistance Program Health and Wellbeing programs Employee Assistance Program Further Information Caroline Argent, Director Shire Connections, 02 4677 9673 Closing Date 5pm Monday, 17 November 2025 Only applications received via Councils online recruitment platform will be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions. All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks which include a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC. Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process. Recruitment Video Manager Governance, Integrity and Ethics: Apply for this role Visit site Share #J-18808-Ljbffr