Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire

Coordinator Economy

Job No: MRSC80450
Location: Gisborne

Permanent Full Time
$111,609 - $124,867 per annum plus Super and RDO
Position No: 8045 

About the role

Shape the Future of the Macedon Ranges' Are you passionate about creating thriving regional communities? We are looking for a strategic and relationship-driven leader who can bring people together, unlock opportunities and champion sustainable economic growth across the Macedon Ranges. In this influential leadership role, you will work at the intersection of business, government and community, driving investment attraction, business development and place-based initiatives that strengthen our economy and support local prosperity. You will bring a strong understanding of regional economic development, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams. If you are motivated by delivering meaningful outcomes, building trusted partnerships and helping shape the future of one of Victoria's most unique regions, we'd love to hear from you.

About you

An experienced and collaborative leader, you will bring strong skills in economic development, stakeholder engagement and strategic planning, with the ability to build effective partnerships across government, industry and the community. You will be a proactive and adaptable people leader who can inspire teams, drive outcomes and support sustainable economic growth across the Macedon Ranges.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council 

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives. 

 

Staff Benefits

  • Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
  • Annual no cost flu vaccinations 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Purchased leave
  • Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
  • Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

We support flexible working arrangements. This role is initially office-based for onboarding, with hybrid work available in the future once established in the role, subject to manager approval and operational needs.

 

Position Description

 

For further information contact Lydia Sorensen at  LSorensen@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 7 Dec 2026.

Closing Date: 27 Nov at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.  

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Macedon Ranges Shire is located in central Victoria, about an hour's drive north-west of Melbourne. Covering an area of around 1700 square kilometres, the shire is a semi-rural municipality known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The shire has an estimated population of around 51,500 people and resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples. Industries providing local employment in the shire are health care and social assistance, education and training, retail trade, agriculture, forestry and fishing. Tourism is also acknowledged as an important and growing industry for the shire.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. Council encourages applications from all suitable applicants including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer.