Mackay Regional Council CEO resigns  

Published on 17 February 2025

Council CEO Scott Owen has resigned.

A special meeting of council today (Monday, February 17) delegated authority to Mayor Greg Williamson to accept the CEO’s resignation.

Mayor Williamson said Mr Owen had achieved a lot in just over two years at the helm.

“Scott joined council in November 2022 and since then has driven major transformational change,’’ he said.

“He delivered a major organisational restructure aimed at cutting red tape, achieving efficiencies and improving the delivery of services to our community.

“He leaves council with a major focus on continuous improvement, innovation and striving to do business better, faster and more efficient.

“We thank Scott for his hard work over the past two years and wish him well with his future endeavours.”

Mayor Williamson said Mr Owen’s resignation was effective immediately but assured the community it was business as usual at council. 

“Council will begin recruiting for a new CEO immediately. In the interim, Executive Officer David McKendry is Acting CEO,’’ he said.

“We have a strong ELT and senior leadership team, as well as a dedicated workforce and councillors working hard for the community they live in.”

Mr Owen said it had been an absolute privilege to lead the organisation and work alongside such dedicated and talented staff. 

“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and have no doubt that council will continue on the journey that is now well under way,’’ he said. 

“I wish all staff the greatest of success.”