Economic Development Coordinator

Coordinator Economic Development

Mid-Western Regional Council | Mudgee, NSW
3-Year Fixed Term | Full-Time | 19-Day Month

Ready to take the lead in delivering real economic growth and investment outcomes for the Mid-Western Region?

Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking a strategic and driven Coordinator Economic Development to lead major initiatives that will shape the future of the region.

With significant investment underway, including the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone this is a rare opportunity to influence real economic outcomes, attract new industries, and help guide the region through long-term transition beyond mining.

About the Role

You'll operate at a strategic level, working directly with government, industry and investors to unlock opportunities and deliver measurable outcomes.

Key focus areas include:

• Leading delivery of the Regional Economic Development Strategy
• Driving investment attraction and industry growth initiatives
• Working with community, stakeholders, and consultants to develop an Economic Transition Strategy
• Working closely with renewable energy proponents to maximise local economic benefit
• Monitoring workforce, housing and economic impacts of major developments
• Promoting the region as a great place to live, work and invest

Why This Role?

• High impact: Shape the economic future of an entire region
• Unique timing: Be part of once-in-a-generation change driven by REZ investment
• Lifestyle: Enjoy Mudgee's renowned food, wine and community lifestyle
• Flexibility: 19-day month + flexible working arrangements
• Security: 3-year contract with competitive salary (Grade M) + 12% super

About You

You're commercially minded, outcomes-focused, and comfortable working across government and industry.

You will bring:

• Experience in economic development, marketing,investment attraction or a similar role
• Proven stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Analytical capability to translate data into actionable insights
• Experience managing complex projects and competing priorities

Desirable:

• Exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure or major projects
• Understanding of local government or regional economic development

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $3,931.70 - $4,424.50 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $102,224.20 - $115,037.00 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

Apply Now

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact and step beyond traditional economic development this is it.

Closing Date:

Applications close on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 11:59pm. 

Have Questions?

HR Team (02) 6357 5054