Background
Scott Mason is a highly accomplished public sector executive with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. He has served as a Chief Executive Officer within the local government sector, with a particular focus on regional and rural areas across Queensland, Australia.
Scott possesses a deep understanding of the challenges that come with public-facing executive leadership roles and corporate governance. He has been entrusted with the stewardship of critical community infrastructure, programmes, and services, which has equipped him with invaluable experience in managing complex and multifaceted responsibilities.
His career is characterised by a diverse skill set and a commitment to excellence in various areas:
Leadership and Culture: Scott is renowned for his innovative and transformative leadership style. He has consistently fostered growth in high-performing leadership teams by enhancing their capabilities.
Stakeholder Engagement: One of Scott’s standout strengths is his exceptional ability to engage and manage stakeholders effectively. He has a track record of forging and maintaining strategic collaborative relationships with a wide array of community groups, committees, and key stakeholders.
Communication: Scott is a highly effective communicator who excels in conveying information clearly and concisely to both internal and external stakeholders. His interpersonal skills are a key asset, allowing him to tailor information to the specific requirements of diverse audiences.
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: With a keen sense of problem-solving and sound judgment, Scott is skilled at making commercial-based decisions that facilitate sustainable organisational growth. He has consistently demonstrated flexibility and commercial innovation in addressing emerging issues and stakeholder needs.
Financial and Governance Expertise: As a custodian of financial and budget governance, Scott plays a pivotal role in safeguarding an organisation’s strategic direction. His financial management skills are essential in guiding organisations toward both short-term and long-term goals.
Scott Mason’s career journey includes several significant roles:
As Chief Executive Officer of the LG Services Group, he oversees a wide range of projects, including executive recruitment, organisation structure reviews, culture improvement programs, strategic planning, policy development, and leadership development.
From 2013 to 2021, Scott served as the Chief Executive Officer of Central Highlands Regional Council, where he provided strategic leadership in various critical areas, including governance, performance management, financial management, and stakeholder relations. His tenure was marked by a remarkable transformation of the organisational culture and significant workforce reduction while improving efficiency.
Scott’s earlier experience as Chief Executive Officer of Diamantina Shire Council (2007-2013) was characterised by transformative leadership and effective management during major flood events. His accomplishments during this time earned him the Local Government Managers Australia Manager of the Year Award in 2010.
Scott Mason’s enduring impact on the local government sector in Queensland is a testament to his leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence. His ability to lead transformative change and build strategic partnerships has left a lasting legacy in the organisations he has led.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Economics – University of New England
- Advanced Negotiation Skills – Scotwork Australia
- Australian Applied Management Colloquium – Workplace Training Advisory Australia
Recently completed successful projects for:
- CQROC
- Diamantina Shire Council
- Gympie Regional Council
- Torres Straight Island Regional Council