Mildura Rural City Council

General Manager Strategy & Growth

5 Year Contract
Job Number: R2626
Applications Close: 4pm Thursday, 26 June 2025

Mildura Rural City Council is searching for a collaborative and resourceful General Manager to help shape a critical chapter in our vibrant regional city.

The General Manager Strategy and Growth will develop and deliver strategies and services to drive economic opportunities and growth in the Mildura region and meet the future needs of our community.

Reporting directly the CEO, you will oversee a diverse operational portfolio, including land use planning, major project management, events, visitor services and arts, culture and venues. Your strategic, innovative approach will ensure these operations are coordinated and address both short- and long-term outcomes for the region.

With a track record of building high performing teams, and successfully delivering complex projects, you will be a leader who values working in partnership and can identify and develop funding strategies and options to deliver priority plans and projects.

The Strategy and Growth Department comprises five Manager-led operational Branches, including:

• Arts, Culture & Venues
• Statutory Planning
• Strategic Planning
• Economic Development & Tourism
• LightState Project

Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer.

Known as an oasis on the Murray River, the Mildura region presents an ideal lifestyle, where metropolitan convenience and connections are balanced with a relaxed regional pace.

Salary and Conditions

A performance-based contract and salary package ranging from $250,000-$274,000 will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Private use of a fully maintained vehicle, mobile phone, leave and superannuation entitlements are included as part of this package. The incumbent will also have access to other generous entitlements through our Enterprise Agreement.

Relocation assistance is also available to support moving to our region.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

Application process

This is a two step recruitment process:

Step 1 - Submit an Expression of Interest by sending your resume and a cover letter (of no more than one page) showcasing your qualifications, experience, career aspirations and how your personal values will contribute to your success in the role. Expression of interest will need to be emailed directly to recruitment@mildura.vic.gov.au.

Step 2 – Candidates selected to progress to the next stage will be invited to apply via email.  An application from will need to be completed with the selection criteria addressed prior to the closing date.

Further information

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/recruitment for copies of the Position Descriptions and Candidate Information Packs which outline further details about the recruitment process.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Cheree Jukes on 03 5018 8597 to arrange a suitable time.