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Executive Manager People and Performance Add expected salary to your profile for insights 3 year contractClosing date - Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 12 noon The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and is well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries, whilst situated close to the major centres of Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, and the Gold Coast. At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region''s population of approximately 50,000. With a diverse team exceeding 470 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration, and innovation. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values. About this opportunity Scenic Rim Regional Council is seeking an Executive Manager People and Performance to lead the development and delivery of innovative people strategies that strengthen workforce capability, employee wellbeing, and organisational culture. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this role provides strategic and operational leadership across Human Resources, Payroll, Work Health and Safety, and Organisational Development. The role also oversees Councils corporate performance and reporting functions, driving continuous improvement and ensuring alignment with Councils strategic direction.The position is based in Beaudesert, but you may be required to work from any of Councils offices (Boonah and Tamborine Mountain) or facilities within the Scenic Rim. Additionally, youll also Lead the People and Performance team to deliver contemporary HR, WHS, payroll, and organisational development services. Drive cultural transformation and workforce capability initiatives aligned with Councils values and strategic objectives. Oversee Councils corporate performance and reporting framework to ensure transparency and accountability. Provide expert advice to the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team, and Councillors on complex people, performance, and industrial relations matters. Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence across Council. About youwhat you will bring A degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualifications in management or business highly regarded). Extensive leadership experience in human resources, organisational development, or people strategy within a complex, multi-disciplinary environment ideally in local government or the public sector. In depth understanding of the Queensland industrial relations framework and contemporary people management practices. Demonstrated experience managing payroll operations, workforce planning, and corporate performance functions. Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation. Whats in it for you? Scenic Rim Regional Council is an innovative employer, offering flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team environment. For the right candidate, a competitive remuneration package of $224,900 per annum is available, including superannuation, a car allowance, professional memberships and additional benefits such as relocation assistance in line with Council policy. How to apply.. If this sounds like the position for you, dont delay - Apply now! Check out the position description and further information available at Careers with Council Scenic Rim Regional Council. Submit a covering letter that tells us why YOU WANT this role. Ensure to include your skills, experience and suitability addressing the ''About you'' criteria. Be passionate! Be creative! Be specific! Max 2 pages.Attach your resume that provides a clear statement of your working history, relevant skills and key achievements (including specific examples of what youve done in the past). Applications close: 12 noon Wednesday 12 November 2025 Council is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr