The City of Maroondah on Monday welcomed incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Frank Dixon to his first day with Council.

Mayor of Maroondah, Cr Alex Makin, extended a warm welcome to Mr Dixon on behalf of Council staff and the community.

“Frank brings with him 28 years of local government experience, including four years as General Manager (equivalent of CEO) of Launceston City Council,” Cr Makin said.

“His broad-based experience will ensure Maroondah remains well placed to deal with the challenges and opportunities we will encounter in coming years,” Cr Makin said.

“Frank has a passion for making a difference in the community and is looking forward to bringing that passion to Maroondah,” Cr Makin said.

“My fellow councillors and I are looking forward to working closely with him,” Cr Makin said.

Prior to Mr Dixon’s work with Launceston City Council, he was with Hume City Council for 12 years, where he held a number of positions including Corporate Director – Resident Services, Director Strategy and Organisation Development and as Executive Director (Deputy CEO).

Mr Dixon holds a Graduate Diploma of Arts (Recreation), Diploma of Management, and Master of Business Administration. He also holds an Advanced Company Director’s Diploma, and is a Fellow, with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.