Hindmarsh Shire Council long-time employee Monica Revell is the council’s new chief executive.

At its monthly meeting last week, the council selected Mrs Revell for the top job following a competitive recruitment process, which included a large number of high-quality applications  and multiple rounds of interviews.

Mrs Revell is well-known to the Hindmarsh community, having worked for the council since February 2011 in various roles, including as corporate and community services director for seven years and acting chief executive for the past five and a half months. 

Mrs Revell has a strong understanding of the challenges faced by rural and regional communities, having lived at Dimboola for almost 25 years and growing up in Horsham.

“I am excited to accept this position and work closely with staff, the community and the council to deliver the vision, strategic objectives and advocacy priorities for Hindmarsh Shire,” she said.

Mayor Brett Ireland said the council was fortunate to have a person of Mrs Revell’s experience and knowledge of the council to take the shire into the future.

“Monica has an unbridled passion for her community, staff and local government and the services it provides,” he said.

“I know she will excel in key areas such as increased advocacy for financial and infrastructure projects, a desire to improve community satisfaction across all areas of local government and an open and approachable manner to everybody.

“I look forward to Monica bringing her own stamp to our council and implementing new and exciting things for our communities. The shire is in good hands.”

Mrs Revell officially started her new role on Monday.

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