SHELLHARBOUR CITY COUNCIL WELCOMES NEW CEO

Shellharbour City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Having held the Acting CEO position since February 2025, Mr Peterson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role. He has previously served Shellharbour City Council’s Executive Director Business Enterprises.

Shellharbour City Mayor Chris Homer welcomed Mr Peterson into the role.

“This is a pivotal time for Shellharbour City Council. We are setting the stage for a strong and vibrant future,” he said.

“Wayde’s leadership skills, strategic vision and genuine commitment to community will be invaluable in helping shape that future.”

As CEO, Mr Peterson will lead the organisation’s dedicated staff and work in partnership with Councillors, community and stakeholders to ensure Shellharbour City Council continues to thrive as a great place to live, work and visit.

Mr Peterson began his career at Shellharbour as an engineering cadet in 2000. After following other opportunities, he returned for his second stint in 2018.
Born and raised in the Illawarra, Mr Peterson, 45, believes Council has a great platform to continue to serve the Shellharbour community.

“I’m honoured to be appointed as CEO of Shellharbour City Council,” he said.

“Council plays an important role in delivering high quality infrastructure and services that help improve the quality of life of our community.

“I am excited to partner with the Mayor, Councillors, our excellent staff and the community to deliver on the vision of a sustainable and thriving City.
“Collaboration with staff, local communities, partners and government will remain central to how I lead and the outcomes we achieve together.”

Mr Peterson, a father to two boys Finn, 14, and Wes, 12, is active in the local sporting community as a junior football coach and has been a surf lifesaving volunteer for more than 30 years.