1. R E S U M E
Mary-Anne Uren
Career Objective
To secure a challenging opportunity as a General Manager in Local Government where I can utilise
my academic knowledge, skills and experience in the delivery of high level outcomes for Local
Government and the community. Confident I would make a valuable contribution, I welcome the
opportunity to provide high level strategic leadership across a broad portfolio in the pursuit of service
excellence.
Demonstrated Skills and Abilities
• Represent the organisation in forums, meetings and events maintaining a professional approach
• High level analytical, consultation, negotiation, written and oral communication skills
• Establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, staff and
colleagues at all levels
• Build and sustain effective relationships with other agencies
• Proven ability to interpret, apply and review relevant policies, procedures and legislation
• Ability to respond to change effectively
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, supervise and motivate teams
• Foster an environment of working together across teams, mentoring and leading by example
• Develop and monitor individual achievement and development plans, setting of team work
priorities in line with corporate objectives
Educational Qualifications
• General Manager Program, Australian Graduate School of Management
University of New South Wales, Business School (2016)
• Australian Institute of Company Directors – Directors Course – (2015)
• Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies, College of Law, Brisbane
30 weeks part time completed (2014), work experience completion by (2017)
• Bachelor of Laws, University of New England (2011)
• Diploma of Human Resource Management, Brisbane North Institute of TAFE (2010)
• Bachelor of Business, Business Management (Legal Studies) (2003)
• Open Foundation Course, University of Newcastle (1989)
Other:
• Executive Challenge Academy – Archersfield Consulting, Brisbane (2012)
• Justice of the Peace (Qualified) (QLD) (2004)
• Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training (2001)
• Auditor/Lead Auditor Training (2000)
Development Opportunity
3 August – 21 August 2015 Central Highlands Regional Council
Acting Chief Executive Officer

2. Employment History
Oct 2013 – Current CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL | www.chrc.qld.gov.au
65 Egerton Street, Emerald QLD 4720
Executive Manager Governance
Key Duties and Accomplishments:
• Ensure Governance frameworks, structures, processes and documentation are in place to
achieve high performance objectives (accountability, probity and transparency)
• Lead and Coordinate research and analysis to support Council and the Executive Leadership
Team in development of Policy
• Coordinate the provision of legal advice to support corporate accountability and mitigate risk
exposure for Council
• Coordinate, lead and facilitate the integration of planning strategies into corporate and strategic
processes ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies
• Develop and implement systems for performance measurement, monitoring and reporting on
strategies and actions
• Coordination of overall risk management framework, structure and process for Council’s
operations, Corporate Governance, regulatory and operational risk, business continuity,
information and security risk
• Manage the Internal Audit program and report to the Audit Committee
• Manage Work Health and Safety functions, identify emerging trends and issues, providing advice
and information on issues for Council, Executive Leadership Team and Council Officer
• Management of Native Title and Cultural Heritage matters for Council through the development
of an in-house Native Title and Cultural Heritage Compliance System and proactive engagement
• Management of Corporate Communications and Corporate Strategy functions
Nov 2010 – Oct 2013 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL | www.chrc.qld.gov.au
65 Egerton Street, Emerald QLD 4720
Manager Community Services
Key Duties and Accomplishments:
• Manage Council’s community services functions and 291 facilities with an asset value of
approximately $130M
• Manage community based projects and annual capital works programs varying annually (Capital
approximately $17 M pa, Operational approximately $11 M pa)
• Delivery of several key community infrastructure projects including Emerald Aquatic Centre
redevelopment and Rundle Park Tennis and Netball Precinct redevelopment
• To assist individuals and community organisations in accessing facilities, services and programs
for the delivery of social, cultural, artistic and recreational services and programs to the
communities of the Central Highlands
• To ensure a quality and accessible library service for the Central Highlands region and its
communities into the future
• Functional responsibility for the effective delivery of service in the areas of libraries, cultural and
youth services, aged care, facilities and sport and recreation
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3. 2005 - 2010 CENTRAL QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY | www.cqu.edu.au
Emerald Campus
Lecturer - Casual
Key Duties:
• Lectured in subject areas of Corporate Governance and Ethics; Contract
Law; Organisational Behaviour; Marketing; Economics (Micro and Macro)
2004 - 2010 PEARSON AUSTRALIA | www.pearson.com.au
Unit 4, Level 3, 14 Aquatic Drive, Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
Author
Key Duties and accomplishments:
• Completed a rewrite of text book, Managing Performance Improvement by Michael Tovey, 2002
as co-author (previous author passed away)
• Book published in May 2006
• Commenced rewrite of 3rd
edition of text in 2009
• 3rd
edition published 2010
Nov 2004 – May 2010 CENTRAL QUEENSLAND INSTITUTE OF TAFE | www.cqu.edu.au
(merged with Central Queensland University)
Teacher
Key Duties and accomplishments:
• Developed resource materials for external student kit, course guide, study guide, work book and
assessment to national guidelines for Diploma of Management and Diploma of Human Resource
Management and Certificate IV in Business (Human Resources) programs and delivered
programs by distance education and video conference
• Built external student base, liaison with students, provision of feedback, marking assessment
and development of external resources
Oct 1996 – May 2004 BHP BILLITON MITSUBISHI ALLIANCE – Mt Owen Mine (NSW),
Gregory Crinum Mine (QLD)
Human Resources Advisor, Training Advisor – 2002 – 2004
Executive Assistant to Mine Manager 1996 - 2001
Key Duties and accomplishments HR Advisor/Training Advisor – Executive Assistant:
• Advice on all Human Resource related issues, Legal research, and court attendance on internal
cases, EEO Contact Officer, Trainer & Assessor
• Recruitment, Selection and Induction; Negotiation with Union on Enterprise Agreement issues;
Performance Management issues
• Implementation of a training database system that encompassed all site and corporate
requirements for training information, training scheduling and planning
• Organise training and evaluate effectiveness of same whilst monitoring cost and sourcing
alternate providers; Community relations activities on behalf of Gregory Crinum Mine and BHP
Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance; Review of training packages
• Participate in National Bodies Review of National Training Competencies
• General executive administrative functions issues affecting administration of the mine
• Provide assistance and represent the Mine Manager and Crinum Mine in dealings with Local
Government, Industry Bodies and Regional Business Bodies; Liaison with Senior Management
Team in relation to issues raised by the Mine Manager
• Quality Assurance Representative for the Gregory Joint Venture; Light Vehicle Fleet management
for Gregory Joint Venture
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4. July 2001 – Dec 2002 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS COLLEGE OF TAFE - Emerald Campus
Management Teacher
Key Duties:
• Diploma of Human Resources and Business BSB50401
• Diploma of Business CN0005
Oct 1992 – Oct 1996 PORT WARATAH COAL SERVICES LIMITED - Newcastle NSW
Executive Assistant to General Manager
Key Duties and accomplishments:
• Supervision of staff (Receptionist, Office Assistant and Clerical Assistant)
• Preparation, compilation and dispatch of departmental, company and statutory reports
• Assistance in dealing with Local, State and Federal Government; industrial bodies such as
Hunter Valley Coal Chain Council and NSW Minerals Council; and regional business bodies
such as Chamber of Commerce and Hunter Valley Research Foundation
• Liaison with Public Relations Unit and Management Support Group
Mar 1992 – Oct 1992 DAVID CARR & ASSOCIATES, Solicitors - NEWCASTLE NSW
Legal Secretary
July 1991 – Mar 1992 NSW POLICE SERVICE - Muswellbrook Police Station
Clerical Officer to Chief Inspector
July 2001 – Dec 2002 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS COLLEGE OF TAFE - Emerald Campus
Management Teacher
1988 – 1992 HUNTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - TAFE - Muswellbrook NSW
Part Time Teacher
Nov 1988 – Jul 1991 CURTIS FURLONG, Solicitors - Muswellbrook
Legal Secretary
Feb 1986 – Nov 1988 GM Dupal & Co, Solicitors - Muswellbrook
Legal Secretary
Referees on Request
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