Appointment of new General Manager

Published on 29 September 2025

Hunter’s Hill Council has named experienced local government professional, Nick Tobin as its new General Manager during its meeting on 22 September 2025.

The appointment followed an extensive recruitment process conducted over the past few months by independent recruitment agency, Capstone.

Mayor of Hunter’s Hill Council, Zac Miles said he was excited about the appointment.

“I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Tobin as the General Manager of Hunter's Hill Council,” Cr Miles said.

“Nick impressed the recruitment panel and Council with his extensive senior executive leadership background in local government, and with the excellent work that he has done as acting General Manager at Council since March 2025 and previously in 2021.”

Mr Tobin brings with him extensive local government experience spanning over 30 years. His previous experience includes over seven years as the General Manager of Willoughby City Council and 12 months in the role of General Manager of Moree Plains Shire Council.

Mr Tobin said he was honoured to be given this opportunity to continue to serve the Hunter’s Hill community.

“I am truly grateful to the Council for entrusting me to lead our organisation into the future and to continue building on the great work that this Council has already achieved,” Mr Tobin said.

“I have enjoyed working here so far, and I look forward to continuing to serve this community and strive towards a better future for Hunters Hill."

Mr Tobin’s five-year performance-based contract will commence on Monday 29 September 2025.

On behalf of Councillors, staff and the community, Hunter’s Hill Council welcomes Mr Tobin to his new appointment.