The Town of Walkerville is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Andrew Johnson. Andrew will join Town of Walkerville from Local Government Association (LGA) Mutual, where he has worked as CEO for the past six years.
Prior to his role at LGA Mutual, Andrew was CEO at Port Pirie Regional Council for 10 years. Andrew has had an impressive career in Local Government, having also worked in senior roles at Guyra Shire Council, Kingston District Council and Central Darling Shire Council.
Andrew sits on a number of audit and risk committees, and is also a Fellow Certified Practicing Accountant, a member of LG Professionals, a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and has a PhD in economics. Mayor Melissa Jones said, “Council is pleased to welcome Dr Andrew Johnson to the Township. Andrew brings a wealth of finance and Local Government experience to the position,” Mayor Melissa Jones said.
“We are confident that Andrew’s leadership will further Council’s own strategic plan, TOWards2035.
“Andrew impressed Council with his collaborative team approach, track record with delivering projects and managing Council business, as well as his focus on engaging with the community and relevant stakeholders.
“We are extremely excited to secure a new CEO of such high calibre for the Township and look forward to completing our major projects with Andrew at the helm.”
Andrew said he was eager to return to a council CEO role and believes Town of Walkerville to be the perfect fit.
“I am excited to be joining the team at Town of Walkerville. The Council has so many opportunities to explore and so many major projects on the go,” he said.
“It’s a great time to join the team,” he said.
“I am looking forward to getting out and about in the community to hear how we can create a vibrant Town together.”
It is anticipated Dr Andrew Johnson will commence at Town of Walkerville early this month.
