Full Time Senior Contract position (Fixed term acting role) - 27 March 2026 - 27 April 2026
Work in a supportive, team environment
Based in Alexandra or hybrid arrangements are available.
Make a significant difference in our community!
Murrindindi Shire Council has an exciting one month acting opportunity for a Manager Community Wellbeing to lead and support the delivery of key community services. This short-term role will suit an experienced leader with strong strategic capability, financial literacy and a commitment to strengthening community wellbeing.
This position plays a pivotal role in enhancing social and health outcomes across the Shire and in positively representing Council within the community, partner organisations and government agencies.
About this opportunity
In this Acting Manager Community Wellbeing role, you will provide steady leadership and continuity across Council’s community wellbeing programs and services. You will support the team and guide operational and strategic activity during the acting period.
Working closely with government, service providers and community groups, you will:
What you will bring
What we offer
Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne’s peri urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from natural beauty and attractions such as Lake Eildon, national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria’s snowfields. We are located within a lovely 60–90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.
We offer a supportive and flexible work environment, a collaborative team, ongoing professional development opportunities and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.
How to apply
For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Paxton on (03) 5772 0333.
We request your application contains a cover letter, your resume, and addresses the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description.
You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:
- online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission
- by email to msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au
- or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.
Applications close at 11.45 pm, on Sunday 15 March 2026.
Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:
- Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia
- Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer Position Description), provides a current Working with Children Check