DEBBIE Wood will take up the reins as the top officer at the City of Whittlesea.
At a meeting last Tuesday, the Whittlesea Council unanimously decided to appoint Ms Wood as Acting Chief Executive Officer.
Ms Wood takes charge from May 21, filling the post held by the current CEO Craig Lloyd, who leaves on May 20.
Ms Wood is no stranger to the top role, having served as Acting Chief Executive Officer at the City of Whittlesea on many occasions in the past.
She joined the City of Whittlesea executive team in 2020 and currently serves as Director of Infrastructure and Environment.
She brings extensive experience in local government, having held senior roles at the City of Greater Bendigo, the City of Hobart, and the City of Casey.
City of Whittlesea Mayor Cr Lawrie Cox said the council is confident Ms Wood will provide strong and stable leadership during this transition, ensuring the organisation continues to deliver the important services the community relies on.
“Council extends its congratulations to Ms Wood on her appointment and looks forward to working closely with her during this period,” Cr Cox said.
Asked to spell out her goals and aspiration for the top post, the media team informed the Review Ms Wood would not make any further comments.
Mr Lloyd, who joined the City of Whittlesea in 2020, has accepted the role of CEO at the City of Joondalup in Western Australia.
Meanwhile, council’s CEO Employment Matters Advisory Committee has started the recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive Officer.