Chief Executive Officer, Local Land Services

• Senior Executive Band 3 Leadership Opportunity
• Lead the Local Land Services agency
• Make an impact that matters

The Department of Regional NSW (DRNSW), to become the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development from 1 July 2024, is seeking a dynamic and experienced chief executive to lead the Local Land Services (LLS) Executive Agency across the state.

About you

As the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you will lead LLS executive management teams across NSW, shaping the future of land management, influencing, and supporting landholder’s and communities throughout the state.  Your responsibilities include facilitating the adoption of the strategic plan, governance and legislation, resource allocation, program initiatives and policy development, all aimed at benefiting communities in NSW.

In your capacity as CEO, you will collaborate closely with the Chair and Board to formulate strategic plans and governance arrangements, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and values. You will represent LLS in key interactions with the Secretary, LLS Board and Chair, Minister, and across government, fostering a supportive environment of growth and innovation, ensuring sound strategy and informed decision making.

We are seeking a visionary leader with expertise in agriculture and natural resource management. Your ability to influence, inspire and empower others will be crucial in driving our organisation forward. With exceptional communication skills, you will build trust and foster collaboration with stakeholders effectively. Moreover, your demonstrated financial acumen will enable you to optimise resources utilisation for maximum impact, further solidifying your role as a strategic leader.  

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in agriculture, natural resource management, economics, business/finance.
• Experience in a senior executive role within government or the corporate sector.

For further information about the role please contact Donna McLeod via email on Donna McLeod donna.mcleod@regional.nsw.gov.au or 0436 323 299. Please view the role description here.

About us

The Department of Regional NSW was formed in 2020. The Department is responsible for building resilient regional economies and communities, strengthening primary industries, managing the use of regional land, overseeing the state’s mineral and mining resources, and ensuring government investment in regional NSW, is fair and delivers positive outcomes for local communities and businesses.

Local Land Services (LLS) was established in January 2014 to provide quality, customer focused services to landholders and the community across New South Wales. This regionally based organisation brings together a wide range of service and advisory functions including agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry. Our team is there when it matters, on the ground helping landholders with knowledge, networks, and local experience.

How to apply

If you are a strategic leader with a passion for community engagement and sustainable prosperity, we invite you to apply online.  Please submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.

Application Closing Date:  Monday, 3 Jun 2024 at 11.55pm

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.