The Strategic Leadership Team consists of a seven-person strong team to cover facilities management, infrastructure, leadership, finance, strategic planning, communications and human resources.
Chief Executive
Kathryn Ross
Kath is responsible for advising the Council on policy, managing the Council’s total operations and is the link between the elected members and the staff. [email protected]
Assets and Operations Manager
David Hopman
David is responsible for the Council’s major operational and infrastructural assets.
Manager Strategic Planning
Tania Madden
Tania is responsible for providing leadership for strategic planning, policy development and implementation whilst overseeing the management of Council’s regulatory functions.
Manager Finance
David Paris
David is responsible for revenue policies, finance management and information systems.
Manager Community Facilities and Activities
Andrea Jackson
Andrea is responsible for the Council’s Community Development and other community policies and initiatives. As well as the operational management and customer service delivery of Masterton District Council’s Parks and Facilities Department. [email protected]
People and Capability Manager
Vicki McLachlan
Vicki is responsible for managing Council’s recruitment and selection, employee relations, and training and development.
Communications and Marketing Manager
Shanna Crispin
Shanna oversees both internal and external communications including digital marketing, media and strategic communications.