ABOUT CITY OF BURNIE

Burnie is a growing regional hub on Tasmania’s spectacular North West Coast. With a proud industrial past and a bright renewable energy future, Burnie is evolving into a city of innovation, opportunity and connection.

Significant investment is underway:

• The Marinus Link project and associated energy developments are driving regional transformation.
• Our $17.3 million CBD Urban Plan is reimagining Burnie as a more vibrant, liveable and future-ready city.

This is your chance to be part of a high-impact leadership team at a pivotal time in Burnie’s journey.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Looking for a sea or tree change?
Keen to explore Tasmania’s natural beauty and enjoy a short, scenic commute?
Want to lead meaningful work that directly benefits your community?
We’re seeking a visionary Executive Manager Finance and Corporate Services to join our Executive Leadership Team and help shape Burnie’s strategic future. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Executive Manager Finance and Corporate Services is a key advisor to Council and leads financial strategy and corporate services with insight, integrity and impact.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Be Council’s principal financial advisor, driving long-term sustainability and resilience
• Identify financial risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making
• Lead and mentor high-performing teams across finance and corporate services
• Deliver outcomes aligned with Making a Better Burnie 2044 and other key strategic plans
• Collaborate across Council to embed efficiency, innovation, and a strong customer focus

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Questions?
For confidential enquiries please contact Sallyann Marshall on (03) 6430 5818 or smarshall@burnie.tas.gov.au
Interested in applying?
If you’re looking for a role which provides lots of room for personal and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants are asked to submit:

• Cover letter, providing a brief introduction and an outline of your interest and motivation in applying for the position;
• A 2-3 page statement summarising the ‘To Be Successful’ selection criteria as it relates to you; and
• Curriculum Vitae outlining relevant work experience and qualifications.

Applications are to be emailed to applications@burnie.tas.gov.a

• Be Council’s principal financial advisor, driving long-term sustainability and resilience
• Identify financial risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making
• Lead and mentor high-performing teams across finance and corporate services
• Deliver outcomes aligned with Making a Better Burnie 2044 and other key strategic plans
• Collaborate across Council to embed efficiency, innovation, and a strong customer focu