Council’s administration and operational teams, overseen by the General Manager, implement Council decisions and policies. We have a team of around 75 people.
Our Leadership Team comprises of the General Manager, Director Community & Corporate Services, Director Operations & Infrastructure, Leader People & Culture, Leader Work, Health & Safety and Executive Officer.
Office of the General Manager
Office of the General Manager – providing governance and executive support to the General Manager and Councillors. The Director Community & Corporate Services, Director Operations & Infrastructure, Leader People & Culture, Leader Work, Health & Safety and Executive Officer report to the General Manager.
Infrastructure and Operations
Infrastructure & Operations – focused on the planning, maintenance, renewal and upgrade of the Council’s infrastructure and assets. This includes parks, reserves, roads, footpaths, stormwater, waste management and Council facilities.
Planning and Compliance
Community & Corporate Services – Planning & Compliance: delivering services including planning, building and plumbing compliance, animal control, parking, and public and environmental health. This function is overseen by the Manager Planning & Community Development.
Community Services
Community & Corporate Service Division – Community Services: coordinating the delivery of community development programs that deliver positive outcomes for the community and Council. This function is overseen by the Manager Planning & Community Development.
Customer Experience Team
Community & Corporate Services Division- Customer Experience: planning, managing and evaluating the delivery of positive customer engagement, outcomes and service delivery excellence for ratepayers, community members and visitors to the West Coast region. Includes the West Coast Visitor Information Centre. This function is overseen by the Customer Experience Lead.
Community & Corporate Services Division - Finance
Community & Corporate Services Division – Finance: delivering services including grants and procurement, rates, payroll, accounts and broader finance responsibilities. This function is overseen by the Manager Finance.